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Lead Based Paint
Description
- Peeling lead-based paint can present a risk of lead exposure, especially to children under the age of six. NYCHA is taking meaningful steps to comply with the HUD Agreement and ensure the safety of all residents, including evaluating and addressing lead-based paint hazards. In April 2019, NYCHA began X-ray fluorescence (XRF) testing of 134,084 units built before 1978 that had never been previously tested. NYCHA’s website has a dashboard to report the progress of inspections and test results.
Baseline
- Identify lead hazards and abate according to EPA and HUD guidelines.
- Conduct lead risk assessment and inspection to identify lead hazards, then abate these per EPA and NYC Department of Health and NYDOH as well as the requisite state/ and city local law and requirements.
Stretch
- Complete XRF testing and lead-based paint reporting. [SA]
- Perform gut rehabs to address mold and lead comprehensively. [SA]
Relevant Codes & Regulations
EPA Lead RRP Rule (Renovation, Repair and Painting)
Certification, training, and work practices for disturbing lead-based paint
HUD Lead Safe Housing Rule (24 CFR Part 35)
Federal requirements for lead hazard evaluation and control in HUD-associated housing
CDC Lead Poisoning Prevention
Health-based guidance informing lead hazard management and occupant protection
OSHA Lead Standards
Worker exposure and protection standards when lead hazards are present
Strategies
Optimize Performance, Operation & Maintenance of Buildings, Systems & Assets
Utilize Healthy Materials & Health-Promoting Building Systems
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Last Updated on January 10, 2026 at 5:33 am
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Specifications
CPD Standard Notice Design 2019001 – Lead Based Paint Construction Practices
PACT Lead Procedures Memo
Lead Safe Work Practice Plan Template - Interior Common Space Project
Lead Safe Work Practice Plan Template - Exterior Project