Local Law 1 of 2004

Local Law 1 of 2004

Also known as the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, this bill has called for rental owners to conduct inspections for lead paint since 2004. It applies to properties built:

  • Before 1960
  • Between 1960-1978 if there is known presence of lead paint.

While mandatory lead inspections in NY were once limited to multiple-dwelling rental units where children under age 6 resided, as well as during tenant

While mandatory lead inspections in NY were once limited to multiple-dwelling rental units where children under age 6 resided, as well as during tenant turnover, as of June 2023, all NYC rental dwellings need lead inspections by 2025 or earlier in some cases.

Requirements:

Lead Inspection & Notice

  • Annual noticeof lead hazards and to inquire about any child residency
  • Include the EPA pamphlet “Lead in the Home”.
  • Duly attempt to collect any missing tenant response to the above.
  • Assumptionof lead-based paint unless tests prove otherwise.
  • Inspect and repair lead paint hazardsupon tenant turnover.
  • Previously: conduct annual visual inspection in units with kids under 6 and in all units at tenant turnover.
  • Updated: have  certified XRF Lead inspection NYC in all rental units by a specific deadline.

Lead Repairs & Removal

  • If lead is found, provide for lead paint remediation using licensed workers.
  • Ensure use oflead work safe practices and licensed contractors for work presumed to disturb lead.
  • You must use an EPA-certified lead abatement companylike AAA Lead Professionals!
  • After lead abatement, give tenants a copy of clearance dust-wipe
  • Retain recordsfor 10 years on all lead inspections, work, notices, etc.