Are cosmetic issues included in NSPIRE inspection?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only some
• D. Not specified

Answer: (B)

Cosmestic issues are not part of the NSPIRE inspection scope. NSPIRE focuses on health and safety hazards, structural and operational deficiencies, and other conditions that affect occupant safety and habitability. Cosmetic wear—like minor chipped paint or worn finishes—does not by itself indicate a health or safety hazard, so it isn’t counted as a deficiency in NSPIRE. If a cosmetic issue signals a larger problem (for example, water intrusion that could lead to mold or structural damage), the hazard would be evaluated, and the underlying issue would be addressed, but the cosmetic aspect alone isn’t the target of the NSPIRE inspection.