requiring disclosure of Japanese knotweed in real property transactions.

HB 1015 requires sellers to disclose whether Japanese knotweed is present on a property during real estate transactions. This affects sellers of residential and commercial properties in New Hampshire by adding a specific disclosure requirement to existing property transfer forms. The bill mandates sellers complete a written statement confirming the presence or absence of Japanese knotweed at the time of sale, alongside current disclosures about water systems and septic systems. The policy change aims to provide buyers with clear information about this invasive plant, which can cause structural damage and reduce property value.