Alaska Real Estate Disclosure Requirements
Alaska requires sellers to disclose property conditions.
Is Alaska a Disclosure State?
YESAlaska has comprehensive mandatory disclosure requirements. Sellers must complete the Residential Real Property Transfer Disclosure Statement, a detailed 9-page checklist, before buyers make an offer.
Property Condition Disclosure
RequiredOfficial Form:
Alaska Residential Real Property Transfer Disclosure Statement
Alaska requires sellers to complete a comprehensive 9-page disclosure checklist covering dozens of items including property features, structural components, drainage, water/sewer systems, and more. This disclosure must be provided to buyers BEFORE they make an offer.
Environmental Hazards
RequiredThe Alaska disclosure form includes sections on system utilities and material issues, encompassing environmental concerns. Sellers must disclose known issues like soil contamination, hazardous materials, and comply with federal lead-paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes.
Specific Hazards Covered:
Natural Hazards
VoluntaryNo separate state-specific natural hazard form is mandated. Any known land hazards (flood history, permafrost issues, erosion) should be disclosed as material facts within the standard disclosure.
Specific Hazards Covered:
Key Points for Alaska
- 1Alaska's disclosure form is unusually detailed and required UPFRONT before offers
- 2Failing to deliver disclosure before an offer allows the buyer to withdraw without penalty
- 3Sellers should document the condition of virtually every part of the property
- 4The form covers everything from structural integrity to utility systems
- 5Disclosure must be updated if conditions change before closing
Timing Requirements
Disclosure must be provided to buyers BEFORE they submit an offer. If not provided, buyers may withdraw their offer without penalty.
Penalties for Non-Disclosure
Failure to provide required disclosures allows buyers to rescind the contract. Sellers may also face civil liability for undisclosed defects discovered after closing.
Exemptions from Disclosure
The following transaction types may be exempt from disclosure requirements:
Official Alaska Resources
Last updated: January 27, 2025