# What are latent defects?

**URL:** https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/what-are-latent-defects/1598
**Category:** Legal and Disputes
**Created:** [18 January 2013 11:28 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/what-are-latent-defects/1598 "2013-01-18T11:28:33Z")
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#### Post date: [18 January 2013 11:28 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/what-are-latent-defects/1598/1 "2013-01-18T11:28:33Z")

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### Author: ![Legal\_Expert](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7cd45c/32.png) [@Legal\_Expert](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Legal_Expert)
#### Post date: [18 January 2013 11:28 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/what-are-latent-defects/1598/2 "2013-01-18T11:28:50Z")

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Latent defects are those that are concealed and only come to light at some point in the future. An example might be poorly designed and or constructed foundations which cause damage to the building.