EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule and HUD lead-disclosure rule apply to Miami pre-1978 rental units. Florida Statute 381.984 layers state lead-poisoning prevention oversight, while the city has no separate municipal lead ordinance.
Pre-1978 housing falls under federal Toxic Substances Control Act lead-paint rules: HUD 24 CFR Part 35 requires landlord disclosure of known lead hazards plus the EPA pamphlet at lease signing, and 40 CFR Part 745 (RRP Rule) requires EPA-certified contractors for any disturbance of more than six square feet. Florida Statute 381.984 directs the Department of Health to operate childhood lead-poisoning surveillance and respond to elevated blood-lead reports with environmental investigations. Miami-Dade County Department of Health pursues abatement orders when child cases arise. The City of Miami has no standalone lead ordinance, relying on federal and state programs. Section 8 inspections require lead-paint clearance for units housing children under six.
Federal disclosure failures bring HUD penalties up to $19,507 per violation plus treble damages in tenant suits. EPA RRP non-compliance brings up to $44,539 daily. Florida Health Department abatement orders require lead removal. Negligence claims can follow under tort law.
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