Problems with a property or building which are not visible to the casual observer but which may surface later. A vendor must disclose to a purchaser any serious latent defects of which he has knowledge.
Hidden structural defects presumably resulting from falty construction, known to the seller but not to the purchaser and not readily discoverable by inspection.
Any defect in a piece of property which is not readily apparent, but which has an impact of the value. Structural damage or termite infestation would be examples of latent defects.
Defects in the structure which are unknown to the seller and/or which cannot be easily detected by an inspection of the property.
Flaws that are hidden but are apt to surface later.
Any defect in a piece of property which is not readily apparent but which has an impact of the value (e.g. dry rot)