California Real Estate Practice Exam

Before what date must a commercial building have been built, to require a 'Commercial Property Owner's Guide to Earthquake Safety' disclosure?

1. January 1, 1975

2. January 1, 1980

3. January 1, 1985

4. January 1, 1990

The correct answer is: January 1, 1975

Any commercial building constructed before January 1, 1975 is required to provide a 'Commercial Property Owner's Guide to Earthquake Safety' disclosure. This is because the Seismic Safety Act of 1975 mandated the disclosure for all commercial buildings built before this date. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they are all after this critical date and therefore, would not require the disclosure. Additionally, choosing a more recent date may not fully address the safety concerns and regulations for older buildings. It is important for building owners and occupants to be aware of the proper earthquake safety measures, regardless of the building's age.