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MERCER COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION 1245 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Suite 420 Hamilton, New Jersey08619 609-585-6200 COURSE TITLE: Real Estate Inspections Seminar 2.0 CLE Credits LOCATION: Greenacres Country Club DATE: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 TIME: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. SPEAKERS: David Grodnick, Esq. and Christopher Costa, Esq. Sign Out Verification Attendee Name (please print): ____________________________ Attendee Signature:_____________________________________ Non Member Address: __________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Non Member Email: ___________________________________ PA Credit (Please write PA number) NY Credit please check here ____________________ _____________________ Mercer County Bar Association Program Evaluation Real Estate Inspections Seminar Tuesday, February 17, 2015 We would greatly appreciate it if you would take a few minutes to complete this questionnaire. These forms are necessary in order to obtain CLE credits. Your feedback will also help with other upcoming events. How did you first become aware of this seminar? MCBA Website MCBA Newsletter Received a registration flyer through the Mail Email Firm Other: _____ Rate the following aspects of the seminar. Check one box for each aspect: Failed to meet Expectations Needs Improvement Met Expectations Exceeded Expectations Excellent! Overall Quality Written Materials Speakers Facility Rate the content of this seminar: too basic too advanced perfect Would you recommend this seminar to others? : Yes No Yes, with these changes: What did you like most about the seminar? : What part of this seminar could use improvement? Please give us your suggestions for future seminars: Thank you. Please return this form to the MCBA representative after the seminar. CHRISTOPHER K. COSTA Hartsough Kenny Chase and Sullivan Law Offices AREAS OF PRACTICE: Commercial and Residential Real Estate Land Use and Development Commercial Leasing Lender Representation Non‐Profit Corporations and Religious Institutions Condominium Conversions and Representation Business and Corporate Law EDUCATION: Villanova University School of Law, J.D. – 1993 Cornell University, B.S. – 1988 AFFILIATIONS: Secretary—Trustee, Family Guidance Center, Princeton, NJ 2003 to present Secretary—Trustee, Lawrenceville Main Street, 2006‐2009 Vice Chair, Trustee, Real Estate Section, Mercer County Bar, 2001 to 2006 Trustee from 2001; appointed Vice Chair in 2005. Planning Committee member for annual education seminar, 2002‐2006. Moderator and Coordinator, Annual Lawyer/Broker Real Estate Seminar, 2004 Seminar Speaker Community Association Institute of NJ, 1998 Annual Seminar New Jersey State Bar Association, Member Mercer County Bar Association, Member Lawrence Hamnett Soccer League Coach ADMISSIONS: New Jersey and New York DAVID B. GRODNICK has been practicing law and specializing in real estate and title insurance matters since 1992. He is currently Vice President and New Jersey State Division Manager for First American Title Insurance Company, National Commercial Services Division (NCS) in Princeton. In this capacity, he manages the New Jersey NCS Division and oversees business development as well as the underwriting of local and national single‐site and multi‐site commercial transactions. Prior to joining First American Title Insurance Company, Mr. Grodnick was Executive Vice President of Courthouse Abstract Co. in Princeton and a Senior Vice President with General Land Abstract Company, Inc., with offices in Princeton, Newark and Red Bank. He earned a B.A. degree in English from McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland and his J.D. degree from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut, where he was a member of the Moot Court Society and served on the Moot Court Editorial Board. Mr. Grodnick is admitted to practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and is a member of the New Jersey Bar Association. MERCER COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION 1245 Whitehorse – Mercer Road, Suite 420 Hamilton, New Jersey 08619 Phone No. 609-585-6200 1. Course title: Date: Time: Speakers: Inspection in Residential Real Estate Transactions February 17, 2017 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (2.0 credits) David Grodnick, Esq.; Christopher K. Costa, Esq.; Brandon Meara, Shamrock Home Inspections; Nate Thompson, CPG, LSRP, Environmental Management Associates, Inc.; Michael Kneucker, P.E., Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Agenda and Minutes of Instruction 12:00 – 12:10 Introduction/Overview Grodnick 12:10 – 12:40 Structural Inspection Issues in Residential Real Estate Brandon Meara A. Foundations 1. Cracking in foundations 2. Deterioration of concrete block 3. Seepage through foundation walls 4. Stone foundations B. Basement Framing 1. Rot 2. Insect Damage 3. Notched and cut floor joists 4. Temporary supports 5. Missing joist hangers 6. Engineered floor systems C. Interior of House 1. Cracks in walls and ceilings 2. Settlement 3. Termite Damage D. Attic Framing 1. Cracked Rafters 2. Roof Trusses E. Building Exterior 1. Brick exteriors 2. Leaning buildings 3. 4. 5. Sagging roofs Retaining walls Carpenter bees 12:40 –1:10 Mold Contamination and Remediation Kneucker 1:10 – 1:40 Underground Oil Tank Contamination and Remediation Thompson 1:40 – 2:00 Inspection Contingency Provisions and Disclosure Requirements Costa A. B. Contract Inspection Provisions Deals gone bad—Case law involving residential inspection issues. MOLD ASSESSMENT and REMEDIATION Michael Kneucker, PE Environmental Management Associates, Inc. What is Mold? Mold is naturally occurring fungi Many species exist in New Jersey Mold is found everywhere Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold growing on firewood Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Orange mushroom growing on forest floor. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Moldy Bread Environmental Management Associates, Inc. It’s your lucky day! Environmental Management Associates, Inc. How Does Mold Grow? Molds generally reproduce by liberating airborne spores Mold needs a digestible material to grow on MOISTURE Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold Triangle Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold spores being released. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold Food Environmental Management Associates, Inc. This is mold food too! Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Water leaks Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Storm Flooding Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Humidity and condensation Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Interior Mold Growth Materials to grow on that contain cellulose: wood, drywall, ceiling tiles, paper Moisture Source: leaking plumbing or roof, flooding, humidity, condensation Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Moldy Cabinet Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold behind a partition wall Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold on gypsum wall board (sheetrock). Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Furniture Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Books and paper Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Effects of Mold Staining and physical deterioration of growth substrates Microbial volatile organic odors Release of allergens to indoor air Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Physical deterioration, structural issues. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold smell. Microbial VOCs. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Indoor air quality concerns Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Related Health Effects Allergic reactions, Irritation of the respiratory tract, Asthma Most at risk: Individuals with preexisting conditions, Infants, Elderly Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Allergies Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Or worse. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Initial Mold Assessment Property Inspection and identification of potential moisture sources Mold sampling for laboratory identification and quantification Indoor and outdoor air sampling Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Reporting of Findings Mold Assessment Report Type and Concentration of Molds Property Condition and Moisture Sources Recommendation for Corrective Action Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Mold Remediation Eliminate moisture sources Establish containment area Removal and replacement of damaged building materials Drying and dehumidification Anti-microbial application Restoration of interior finishes Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Fix that water problem first! Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Establish containment to prevent spread of mold spores. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Bulk removal of moldy materials and wet materials. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Thorough cleaning with HEPA Vacuum Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Dehumidification and drying. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Apply anti-microbial and sealers. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Post Remediation Testing Visual Inspection Indoor air clearance testing Ongoing moisture and humidity control Clearance test report and any additional recommendations Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Clearance test site inspection. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Air sample collection and analysis. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Clearance criteria passed! Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. 5303 Route 33/34 Farmingdale NJ 800-589-1697 Management of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) Nate Thompson, LSRP Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Underground or Above Ground Fuel Oil Storage Tanks Motor Fuel Tanks Residential versus Commercial Property UST Testing UST Removal Contaminant Release Site Remediation NJDEP Reporting Insurance coverage Environmental Management Associates, Inc. This is not an effective underground tank management strategy Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Questions About Underground Storage Tanks Is The Tank Regulated by State of New Jersey (NJDEP)? Tank Status Relative to Property Transfer? What is the Age and Condition of the Tank? Has a Release Occurred from the Tank? Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Regulated Storage Tanks Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Tank Testing/Site Assessment Property Transactions Service Problems with Tank If release detected, Site Assessment Zone of Contamination: Horizontally and Vertically Impact to Groundwater Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Tank Testing/Site Assessment Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Tank Removal Municipal Permit Uncover, Cut and Clean Tank Inspection of Tank and Excavation Release Reporting Soil Sample Collection Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Underground Tank Removal Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Site Remediation Excavation of Contaminated Soil Post Remediation Soil and Groundwater Sampling In-situ Treatment of Contamination Remedial Action Workplan and Permits Remedial Action Report to NJDEP Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Site Remediation Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Insurance Coverage Tank Insurance versus Homeowner’s Insurance Triggers for Homeowner’s Insurance Underground Tank Coverage Exclusions Management of Multiple Insurers Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Properties with USTs My Contact Information: Nate Thompson, LSRP Phone: 732-919-0595 E-mail: [email protected] Environmental Management Associates, Inc.
