Crystal meth status disclosure?

[Chris Stromdahl]

We looked at a property this weekend that has good potential except for one major concern:

• In the past it was deemed uninhabitable due to the fact it was one used in the manufacturing, use and/or distribution of crystal meth.

I have a feeling it was used for the manufacturing specifically. I am sure the other activities occurred as well.

Since then, the bank took over the property, remodeled it and has put it back on the market.

• Is this something that I would need to divulge to future tenants?

My thoughts are that since it was professionally remodeled and cleaned that this would not be a factor any longer. However, in an effort to be open and honest, part of me thinks it would be my responsibility as a good landlord to make applicants aware of this.

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks, Chris

[Scott Pigman]

I know if you sold me a meth house without telling me its history I'd be pretty d*** upset.

Meth houses came up in a conversation I had earlier this week with a friend who's a housing inspector for the city of Toronto. According to him the chemicals can get leached into the studs, can't be treated, and even after the house has had all the drywall replaced they can affect the air quality.