Lead Paint Disclosure: Richmond vs San Ramon

Richmond landlords must comply with federal and California lead-based paint disclosure rules for any housing built before 1978, providing the EPA pamphlet, a written disclosure form, and any known lead hazard reports before a lease is signed. Richmond's older housing stock in the Iron Triangle, Point Richmond, and other pre-1978 neighborhoods makes this a frequent enforcement issue.

San Ramon follows federal Title X and California disclosure rules for lead-based paint in pre-1978 housing. Landlords must provide the EPA pamphlet, a written disclosure of known lead hazards, and a 10-day inspection opportunity before lease signing. The city does not impose additional local lead disclosure requirements beyond state and federal mandates.