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Mold is a term used to describe a type of fungus that is an often fuzzy-looking growth that appears on the surface of organic materials in damp conditions, both outdoors and indoors. Molds may be gray, black, green, yellow, orange or various other colors, and may have a velvety or wooly texture.
Black mold is a fungus that releases toxic spoors into the air that can cause respiratory illness and irritation. The responsibility for a mold-free environment in a rental unit ultimately falls onto the landlord. Between letting tenants know about past mold history and ensuring that conditions are inhospitable for mold to grow, landlords must stay in communication with tenants about black mold protections.