What is Pathpoint's Appetite for lessor's risk only (LRO)?

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Overview

Available Classes

Appetite Information

Considered Risks

Markets

Additional Resources

How to Quote

Common FAQs

Related Articles


Overview

Our appetite for Lessor's Risk (LRO) includes General Liability (GL), Property, and Package. When you quote an LRO risk, you'll receive all eligible quotes across all lines of business for that risk. Then, you can mix and match carriers across different lines of business, ensuring you give your client every quote possible to get the coverage they need at the best price possible.


Available Classes

Our carriers quote the following LRO classes:

ISO CODE

DESCRIPTION

NAICS MAPPING

46603

Parking - Public - Not Open Air

812930

46604

Parking- Public - Open Air

812930

46606

Parking - Public - Shopping Centers - Maintained by Lessee (Lessor's Risk Only)

812930

46607

Parking - Public - Shopping Center - Maintained by the Insured (Lessor's Risk Only)

81293

46622

Parking – Private

812930

60010

Apartments

531110

60011

Apartments - Garden

531110

61212

Buildings or Premises – Bank or Office – Mercantile or Manufacturing (Lessor's Risk Only) – Other Than Not-For-Profit

531120

61216

Buildings or Premises – Bank or Office – Mercantile or Manufacturing (Lessor's Risk Only) – Not-For-Profit Only

531120

61217

Buildings or Premises – Bank or Office – Mercantile or Manufacturing (Lessor's Risk Only) – Maintained by the Insured – Other Than Not-For-Profit

531120

61218

Buildings or Premises – Bank or Office – Mercantile or Manufacturing (Lessor's Risk Only) – Maintained by the Insured – Not-For-Profit Only

531120

63010

Dwellings – One-Family (Lessor's Risk Only)

531110

63011

Dwellings – Two-Family (Lessor's Risk Only)

531110

63012

Dwellings – Three-Family (Lessor's Risk Only)

531110

63013

Dwellings – Four-Family (Lessor's Risk Only)

531110

67634

Shopping Centers – Indoor Malls – Buildings or Premises Not Occupied by the Insured (Lessor's Risk Only)

531120

67635

Shopping Centers – Buildings or Premises Not Occupied by the Insured (Lessor's Risk Only)

531120

68702

Warehouses – Occupied by Multiple Interests (Lessor's Risk Only)

531120

68703

Warehouses – Occupied by Single Interest (Lessor's Risk Only)

531120

90822

Vacation Rentals

531190


Appetite Information

  • Property TIV up to $5.6M per policy, $3.3M per location

  • Property up to $10M TIV in AL. GA, FL, LA, MS, SC, and TX

  • Wind-exposed coastal property, right up to the water

  • Built as early as 1850; buildings prior to 1900 need complete building system upgrades within last 30 years

  • Wind deductibles as low as 2%

  • Excess liability up to $5m (providing excess to the LRO policy limits, not the tenant's operations)

    • 1-4 Family Dwellings LRO

      • 63010, 63011, 63012, and 63013 codes

      • Vacation rentals are excluded for excess

    • Apartments less than 250 units

      • 60010 Apartment Buildings

      • 60011 Apartment Buildings – Garden

    • Buildings or Premises codes LTO

      • 61212, 61216, 61217 and 61218 codes

      • Wide range of occupancies eligible, including restaurants, retail, offices, services, manufacturing, and more

    • Warehouses LRO

      • 68702 and 68703 codes


Considered Risks

  • Retail and habitational tenancies

  • Locations with prior loss history

  • New ventures without prior coverage

  • Restaurant tenants with commercial cooking exposure

  • Legal marijuana distribution and retail

  • Vacation rentals including single dwellings, townhomes, and condo units


Markets

  • Markel

  • Nautilus

  • Westchester

  • Crum & Forster

  • Vave

  • Velocity

  • Baleen Specialty


Additional Resources

Appetite Guide

E&S Solutions for Habitational

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Common FAQs

Are tenants covered under a lessor's risk policy?

  • No, lessor's risk insurance is a commercial insurance policy that provides coverage for property owners who lease their buildings to residential or commercial tenants. It typically includes protection against property damage, liability claims, and loss of rental income, medical payments, and defense costs.

What does lessor's risk insurance cover?

  • Property Damage: Coverage for physical damage to the building caused by events like fire, vandalism, or natural disasters

  • Liability Protection: Coverage for legal liability arising from injuries or property damage on the premises

  • Loss of Rental Income: Coverage for lost rental income if the property becomes uninhabitable due to a covered peril

  • Medical payments and defense costs: Coverage for third-party medical payments and litigation expenses

What is not covered by lessor's risk insurance?

  • Lessor's risk insurance generally does not cover:

    • The tenant's personal property or business equipment

    • Tenant betterments unless specifically added to the policy

    • Normal wear and tear or maintenance-related issues

    • Intentional acts of damage by the property owner or tenant

How much does lessor's risk insurance cost?

  • The cost of lessor's risk insurance depends on various factors, including:

    • The location and type of property.

    • The building’s value and construction type.

    • The number and type of tenants.

    • The desired coverage limits and deductibles.

    • The property owner's claims history.

How can a property owner reduce the cost of lessor's risk insurance?

  • Safety Measures: Implementing safety features like security systems, fire alarms, and sprinkler systems.

  • Regular Maintenance: Keeping the property well-maintained and addressing potential hazards promptly.

  • Tenant Screening: Leasing to responsible tenants with a good track record..

Can tenants be required to have their own insurance?

  • Yes, property owners can require tenants to carry their own insurance, such as commercial general liability insurance and renter’s insurance. This can be stipulated in the lease agreement to ensure that both the landlord and tenant are protected.

What does excess general liability (GL) insurance for a lessor's risk cover?

  • Excess General Liability (GL) insurance provides an extra layer of coverage beyond a lessor's risk policy. It is crucial for landlords and property owners seeking to secure comprehensive protection against potential substantial liability claims that may surpass the limits of their primary general liability policy.

Are tenants covered under a lessor's risk excess policy?

  • No, tenants are generally not covered under a lessor's risk excess policy

Does Pathpoint offer excess property coverage?

  • We do not provide coverage beyond the total value of a property.


How to Quote


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