NYC enforces aggressive lead paint rules under Local Law 1 of 2004 (the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act) and Local Law 123 of 2023, which expands protections. All pre-1960 buildings with children under 6 must undergo annual lead paint inspections and remediation by certified contractors.
Local Law 1 of 2004 requires owners of pre-1960 multiple dwellings to perform annual visual assessments of apartments where children under age 6 reside, remediate any lead-based paint hazards using EPA-certified contractors, and maintain detailed records filed with HPD. Local Law 123 of 2023 (effective September 1, 2024) expands these obligations significantly: it requires corrective measures in all units with children under 6 by July 1, 2027, or within three years of a child under 6 beginning to reside in the unit. Owners must use XRF testing for definitive lead detection (not just visual assessment). Local Law 31 of 2020 further requires building-wide lead inspections by August 2025 in buildings with 10+ units and records must be filed with HPD. The NYC Health Code Article 173 addresses lead hazards more broadly, covering windowsills, friction surfaces, and accessible chewable surfaces. HPD can issue violations for non-compliance and perform inspections on complaint.
HPD violations for lead paint hazards carry fines of $250-$500 per day until corrected. Failure to file required records: $1,000+. Emergency lead orders require abatement within 24 hours. Criminal liability possible for willful failure causing childhood lead poisoning.
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