Detroit, MI Building Safety: Lead Paint (2026)
Disclosure requirements, testing obligations, and remediation standards for lead-based paint in residential properties, especially pre-1978 buildings.
Research in progress
We are currently verifying Detroit's specific local ordinance for lead paint. In the meantime,Michigan state law generally applies, and below you'll find guidance for finding the official rules and links to related Detroit ordinances we've already verified.
Michigan State Law Context
Michigan state law provides the baseline framework for lead paint across all municipalities in the state. Individual cities like Detroit may adopt additional local rules on top of state requirements, which is what makes checking your specific city ordinance important. For Detroit residents, the safest approach is to follow state law as a baseline and contact City Hall for any additional local requirements.
You can browse all Michigan building safety to see how cities across the state regulate this topic.
How to find official Detroit Lead Paint rules
- Search for "Detroit MI municipal code" to find your city's online code portal (Municode, eCode360, or American Legal Publishing are the most common).
- Look for chapters covering building safety, zoning, nuisance, or property maintenance — that's where most lead paint rules live.
- Contact Detroit City Hall's code enforcement, planning, or community development department for clarification.
- Check with your HOA if applicable — many HOAs have stricter rules than the city itself.
Lead Paint in nearby cities
See how nearby Wayne County cities regulate lead paint: