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  id: va-m26-7-ch10-t23
  authority: VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 10, Topic 23 — Repair
    Inspections
  description: VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 10, Topic 23 — Repair
    Inspections.
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  section: VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 10, Topic 23 — Repair Inspections
  type: do
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    authority: VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 10, Topic 23 — Repair
      Inspections
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    paragraph_quote: '23. Repair Inspections Change Date March 11, 2019 • This chapter
      has been revised in its entirety. a. Repair Inspections When required on the
      NOV, repair inspections are completed by appraisers assigned by VA for: • repairs/alterations/improvements
      on existing properties, • customer preference items on new construction properties,
      and • post-construction inspections on properties appraised as proposed construction
      to confirm that construction was completed in accordance with the certified
      construction exhibits upon which the appraised value was based (see Chapter
      10, Topic 17 of this Handbook). b. Lender Certification Encouraged When issuing
      NOVs for existing or new construction properties, SARs are encouraged to condition
      the NOV for a lender certification of repairs, especially repairs performed
      by licensed personnel, instead of an appraiser certification. Repair certifications
      which may involve lead-based paint must be completed by the fee appraiser. c.
      Notification to an Appraiser When repairs have been completed and are ready
      for inspection, lenders must notify the appraiser and provide a copy of the
      NOV as the requirements on the NOV may differ from the recommendations listed
      on the appraisal (see Chapter 13, Topic 3 of this Handbook). d. Contact RLC
      for Another Appraiser if Needed When a repair inspection is needed and the VA-assigned
      appraiser is not available, the lender should notify the RLC of jurisdiction
      to have another appraiser assigned. Continued on next page VA Pamphlet 26-7,
      Revised Chapter 10: Appraisal Process 10-35 23. Repair Inspections, continued
      e. Inspection Report Form Appraisers may place the repair inspection report
      on: • Fannie Mae Form 1004D – Freddie Mac Form 442, Part B (Part A is not acceptable
      for VA use), or • the appraiser’s letterhead. f. Inspection Report Requirements
      The repair inspection report must: • list the items on the NOV, • certify that
      quality materials were used, • certify that the items were completed in a satisfactory
      manner, • identify any non-compliant items, • include photos of all items, •
      be signed by the appraiser, and • uploaded into WebLGY. VA Pamphlet 26-7, Revised
      Chapter 10: Appraisal Process 10-36'
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