The Lead-Safe Housing Rule

The Lead-Safe Housing Rule is a federal regulation that aims to protect children and pregnant women from lead-based paint hazards in rental homes and public housing built before 1978. It requires landlords and property managers to identify and fix lead hazards through inspections, risk assessments, and safe work practices during renovations or maintenance. The goal is to prevent lead poisoning, which can cause serious health problems, especially in young children. The rule promotes safe housing practices and ongoing protections to ensure that renovation activities do not expose residents to harmful lead dust or paint.