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APPENDIX J. Lead Based Paint Visual Assessment Requirements Childhood lead poisoning is a major environmental health problem in the United States, especially for low-income families in poor living conditions. If not detected early, children with high levels of lead in their bodies can suffer from damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems (such as hyperactivity), slowed growth, hearing problems, and headaches. To prevent lead-poisoning in young children, Lead/Subgrantees must comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1973 and its applicable regulations found at 24 CFR 35, Parts A, B, M, and R. Disclosure Requirements Disclosure requirements are triggered for ALL properties constructed prior to 1978. These requirements require that lessors (property owners or managers) provide tenants with: ✓ Disclosure form for rental properties disclosing the presence of known and unknown lead-based paint; ✓ A copy of the “Protect Your Family from Lead in the Home” pamphlet. Both the disclosure form and pamphlet are available at: xxxx://xxx.xxx.xxx/offices/lead/enforcement/disclosure.cfm While this actually relates to property owners/managers, sharing this information with their tenants (or ensuring they have received it) is an easy thing to do. This is an important opportunity to educate households about the potential hazards related to lead and their rights as tenants. Informed tenants are more likely to watch for potential problems in their home and proactively work with landlords to address any issues. Determining the Age of the Unit Lead/Subgrantees should use formal public records, such as tax assessment records, to establish the age of a unit. These records are typically maintained by the state or county and will include the year built or age of the property. In most areas, these records are available online. If you are uncertain where to find this information, a quick internet search should help you locate the data you need. In the search field, try combining your county name with one of the following phrases: ✓ “property tax records” ✓ “property tax database” ✓ “real property sales” Remember to print out a copy of the screenshot for the case file. If you have trouble finding this information online, contact your local Office of Tax and Revenue for assistance. If not available online, the information is public and can be requested from the local authorities. (Note, the taxing authority and the assessment entity may be separate governmental entities and office names vary by locality). Conducting a Visual Assessment Visual assessments are only triggered under certain circumstances: ✓ The leased property was constructed before 1978; AND

APPENDIX J. Lead Based Paint Visual Assessment Requirements Childhood lead poisoning is a major environmental health problem in the United States, especially for low-income families in poor living conditions. If not detected early, children with high levels of lead in their bodies can suffer from damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems (such as hyperactivity), slowed growth, hearing problems, and headaches. To prevent lead-poisoning in young children, Lead/Subgrantees must comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1973 and its applicable regulations found at 24 CFR 35, Parts A, B, M, and R. Disclosure Requirements Disclosure requirements are triggered for ALL properties constructed prior to 1978. These requirements require that lessors (property owners or managers) provide tenants with: ✓  Disclosure form for rental properties disclosing the presence of known and unknown lead-based paint; ✓  A copy of the “Protect Your Family from Lead in the Home” pamphlet. Both the disclosure form and pamphlet are available at: xxxx://xxx.xxx.xxx/offices/lead/enforcement/disclosure.cfm While this actually relates to property owners/managers, sharing this information with their tenants (or ensuring they have received it) is an easy thing to do. This is an important opportunity to educate households about the potential hazards related to lead and their rights as tenants. Informed tenants are more likely to watch for potential problems in their home and proactively work with landlords to address any issues. Determining the Age of the Unit Lead/Subgrantees should use formal public records, such as tax assessment records, to establish the age of a unit. These records are typically maintained by the state or county and will include the year built or age of the property. In most areas, these records are available online. If you are uncertain where to find this information, a quick internet search should help you locate the data you need. In the search field, try combining your county name with one of the following phrases: ✓  “property tax records” ✓  “property tax database” ✓  “real property sales” Remember to print out a copy of the screenshot for the case file. If you have trouble finding this information online, contact your local Office of Tax and Revenue for assistance. If not available online, the information is public and can be requested from the local authorities. (Note, the taxing authority and the assessment entity may be separate governmental entities and office names vary by locality). Conducting a Visual Assessment Visual assessments are only triggered under certain circumstances: ✓  The leased property was constructed before 1978; AND

APPENDIX J. Lead Based Paint Visual Assessment Requirements Requirements‌ Childhood lead poisoning is a major environmental health problem in the United States, especially for low-income families in poor living conditions. If not detected early, children with high levels of lead in their bodies can suffer from damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems (such as hyperactivity), slowed growth, hearing problems, and headaches. To prevent lead-poisoning in young children, Lead/Subgrantees must comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1973 and its applicable regulations found at 24 CFR 35, Parts A, B, M, and R. Disclosure Requirements Disclosure requirements are triggered for ALL properties constructed prior to 1978. These requirements require that lessors (property owners or managers) provide tenants with: ✓ Disclosure form for rental properties disclosing the presence of known and unknown lead-based paint; ✓ A copy of the “Protect Your Family from Lead in the Home” pamphlet. Both the disclosure form and pamphlet are available at: xxxx://xxx.xxx.xxx/offices/lead/enforcement/disclosure.cfm While this actually relates to property owners/managers, sharing this information with their tenants (or ensuring they have received it) is an easy thing to do. This is an important opportunity to educate households about the potential hazards related to lead and their rights as tenants. Informed tenants are more likely to watch for potential problems in their home and proactively work with landlords to address any issues. Determining the Age of the Unit Lead/Subgrantees should use formal public records, such as tax assessment records, to establish the age of a unit. These records are typically maintained by the state or county and will include the year built or age of the property. In most areas, these records are available online. If you are uncertain where to find this information, a quick internet search should help you locate the data you need. In the search field, try combining your county name with one of the following phrases: ✓ “property tax records” ✓ “property tax database” ✓ “real property sales” Remember to print out a copy of the screenshot for the case file. If you have trouble finding this information online, contact your local Office of Tax and Revenue for assistance. If not available online, the information is public and can be requested from the local authorities. (Note, the taxing authority and the assessment entity may be separate governmental entities and office names vary by locality). Conducting a Visual Assessment Visual assessments are only triggered under certain circumstances: ✓ The leased property was constructed before 1978; AND

APPENDIX J. Lead Based Paint Visual Assessment Requirements Requirements‌ Childhood lead poisoning is a major environmental health problem in the United States, especially for low-income families in poor living conditions. If not detected early, children with high levels of lead in their bodies can suffer from damage to the brain and nervous system, behavioral and learning problems (such as hyperactivity), slowed growth, hearing problems, and headaches. To prevent lead-poisoning in young children, Lead/Subgrantees must comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1973 and its applicable regulations found at 24 CFR 35, Parts A, B, M, and R. Disclosure Requirements Disclosure requirements are triggered for ALL properties constructed prior to 1978. These requirements require that lessors (property owners or managers) provide tenants with: ✓  Disclosure form for rental properties disclosing the presence of known and unknown lead-based paint; ✓  A copy of the “Protect Your Family from Lead in the Home” pamphlet. Both the disclosure form and pamphlet are available at: xxxx://xxx.xxx.xxx/offices/lead/enforcement/disclosure.cfm While this actually relates to property owners/managers, sharing this information with their tenants (or ensuring they have received it) is an easy thing to do. This is an important opportunity to educate households about the potential hazards related to lead and their rights as tenants. Informed tenants are more likely to watch for potential problems in their home and proactively work with landlords to address any issues. Determining the Age of the Unit Lead/Subgrantees should use formal public records, such as tax assessment records, to establish the age of a unit. These records are typically maintained by the state or county and will include the year built or age of the property. In most areas, these records are available online. If you are uncertain where to find this information, a quick internet search should help you locate the data you need. In the search field, try combining your county name with one of the following phrases: ✓  “property tax records” ✓  “property tax database” ✓  “real property sales” Remember to print out a copy of the screenshot for the case file. If you have trouble finding this information online, contact your local Office of Tax and Revenue for assistance. If not available online, the information is public and can be requested from the local authorities. (Note, the taxing authority and the assessment entity may be separate governmental entities and office names vary by locality). Conducting a Visual Assessment Visual assessments are only triggered under certain circumstances: ✓  The leased property was constructed before 1978; AND