Saunders v. Taylor

Opinion

McKINSTER, J.

Factual and Procedural Background

In 1987, Mr. and Mrs. Saunders purchased a house from Mr. and Mrs. Taylor for $87,500. Prior to the close of escrow, the Taylors executed and delivered a real estate transfer disclosure statement to the Saunderses as required by Civil Code 1 section 1102.2 et seq. That disclosure form asked, inter alia, whether the sellers were aware of any “[rjoom additions, structural modifications, or other alterations or repairs made without necessary permits” or which were “not in compliance with building codes.” (§ 1102.6.) The Taylors answered “no”…