Pre-1978 New Orleans homes are subject to federal lead disclosure (40 CFR 745) and Louisiana RRP rules administered by LDEQ, with city Healthy Homes referrals for children with elevated blood-lead levels.
Most of New Orleans housing predates 1978, putting it within EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rule coverage and federal lead-based-paint disclosure requirements for sales and rentals. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality administers RRP firm certification under LA RS 30:2351. Contractors disturbing painted surfaces in pre-1978 housing must use certified renovators and lead-safe work practices. The New Orleans Health Department's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program investigates elevated blood-lead reports and can order abatement at the source dwelling.
Skipping disclosure or RRP rules invites EPA and LDEQ fines plus civil liability. Health Department abatement orders can suspend rental of a unit until lead hazards are corrected.
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