Why does the City require inspections only for homes that are for sale?

After studying other programs, City officials concluded the cost of such a repair might be easier on homeowners at the time of a sale, when they typically have access to funding from home equity.

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1. What is inflow and infiltration (I/I)?
2. What's the problem?
3. Why is Golden Valley a leader in this program?
4. When is Golden Valley's inspection required?
5. Why does the City require inspections only for homes that are for sale?
6. If I have the inspection and decide not to sell, do I still need to complete the repairs?
7. Can the buyers assume responsibility for the repairs?
8. How is Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) regulating I/I compliance?