§ 16-3A-02. Licensing requirements -- Prior to July 1, 2002

   (a) In general. -- To qualify for a license as a home inspector, an applicant must be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) Training and work experience. -- Prior to July 1, 2002, an applicant for a home inspector license shall:

   (1) meet two of the following conditions:

      (i) have completed a minimum of 48 hours of an on-site training course approved by a national home inspection organization or the Commission;

      (ii) have completed a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience, as determined by the Commission, immediately preceding the submission of an application;

      (iii) have completed at least 100 home inspections for compensation; or

      (iv) submit proof of full membership in or certification by one of the following national home inspection organizations:

         1. American Society of Home Inspectors; or

         2. National Association of Home Inspectors;

   (2) have a high school diploma or its equivalent;

   (3) have general liability insurance in an amount not less than $ 50,000;

   (4) submit to the Commission an application on the form that the Commission provides; and

   (5) pay to the Commission an application fee of $ 50.

HISTORY: 2001, ch. 470; 2002, ch. 226.