How Taylor Morrison Uses This Clause
Taylor Morrison purchase agreements have been documented to include third-party warranty administration / voiding provisions. In 2024, Taylor Morrison filed a complaint with Arizona's State Board of Technical Registration seeking disciplinary action and video removal against a home inspector whose social media posts documented construction defects in Taylor Morrison homes. The Board found no verifiable violations by the inspector and declined to take disciplinary action. The incident was reported by 12News (KPNX Phoenix) and AZ Free News.
This provision typically appears within the purchase agreement alongside other terms that may limit buyer remedies.
Taylor Morrison's scale means contract templates are largely standardized across its operations. A clause identified in one market's contract is likely present in other markets' contracts, though local addenda may modify the terms.
Builder-Specific Details
Combined with Mandatory Arbitration
Warranty disputes with third-party administrators may also be subject to mandatory arbitration.
Standard Form Contract
This clause appears in Taylor Morrison's standard purchase agreement, which is generally presented on a take-it-or-leave-it basis. Buyers typically have limited ability to negotiate individual terms, though making the request in writing is still advisable.
State-by-State Enforceability
Enforceability of this clause varies by state. The following reflects Taylor Morrison's operating states.
| State | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | Likely Enforceable | Warranty voiding clauses tied to reasonable access requirements are generally enforceable in Texas.... |
| Florida | Likely Enforceable | Florida courts generally enforce warranty voiding provisions that require homeowner cooperation with... |
| Arizona | Likely Enforceable | Arizona generally enforces warranty voiding provisions that require homeowner cooperation with... |
| California | Uncertain | California imposes significant statutory protections for homebuyers that may limit the... |
| Colorado | Likely Enforceable | Colorado enforces warranty voiding clauses that require reasonable homeowner cooperation with... |
| Georgia | Likely Enforceable | Georgia enforces warranty voiding clauses that condition coverage on reasonable homeowner... |
| North Carolina | Likely Enforceable | North Carolina generally enforces warranty voiding clauses that impose reasonable access and notice... |
| Oregon | Uncertain | Oregon provides notable consumer protections that may limit the enforceability of warranty voiding... |
| Washington | Uncertain | Washington provides significant statutory protections for homebuyers that may limit the... |
| Nevada | Likely Enforceable | Nevada enforces warranty voiding provisions that require homeowner cooperation with builder... |
Related Clauses in Taylor Morrison Contracts
This clause often works in combination with other provisions in Taylor Morrison's purchase agreements.
Warranty disputes with third-party administrators may also be subject to mandatory arbitration.
Third-party warranty administration may apply its own exclusions on top of the builder's warranty limitations.
What Buyers Can Do
- Understand the third-party warranty administrator. The warranty may be administered by a third party rather than the builder directly. Know who to contact, what the claims process looks like, and what actions can void coverage.
- Review warranty voiding conditions. Certain modifications to the home, failure to perform maintenance, or even hiring non-approved contractors may void all or part of the warranty.
- Have the full contract scanned before signing. This clause is often one of several interconnected provisions in Taylor Morrison contracts that collectively limit buyer remedies. A contract scan can identify all of them.