Mississippi § 83-58-7 - Written notice of defect to builder.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 83-58-7 — Written notice of defect to builder., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 83-58-7. Written notice of defect to builder.
Before undertaking any repair himself, except repair to minimize loss or damage as provided in Section 83-58-5(2)(d), or instituting any action under Section 83-58-17, the owner shall give the builder written notice within ninety (90) days after knowledge of the defect by registered or certified mail, advising him of the defects and giving the builder a reasonable opportunity to repair the defect. The builder shall give the owner written notice of the requirements of this chapter at the time of closing. If the builder does not provide such notice, the warranties provided in this chapter shall be extended for a period of time equal to the time between the warranty commencement date and date notice was given.
Source: official Mississippi text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 83-58-7
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 83-58-7 cover?
Section 83-58-7 ("Written notice of defect to builder.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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