How does a landlord have to disclose lead in paint?

Under Title X, before signing or renewing a lease or rental agreement, a landlord must disclose any known lead-based paint or hazards on the property. Both the landlord and tenant must sign an EPA-approved disclosure form to prove that the landlord told the tenants about any known lead on the premises.

When do landlords have to give tenants lead information?

When a landlord renovates occupied rental units or common areas in buildings constructed before 1978, EPA regulations require that current tenants receive lead hazard information within 60 days of the date the renovation will begin.

Is it legal for landlord to remove lead paint?

Both state and the federal governments have enacted laws to protect renters against the hazards of lead-based paint. However, the laws do not mandate removal of the paint. Rather, they require that a landlord provide written disclosures about any lead-based paint in a building.

Can a landlord refuse to reimburse you for a repair?

Landlord Has Not Reimbursed You for a Repair: If a landlord refused to perform a repair that affected health and safety, or refused to perform it in a reasonable amount of time, and you personally paid someone else to perform the repair, you can sue your landlord to recover the money you paid out of your own pocket, as well as for possible damages.

What happens if a landlord fails to disclose lead paint?

If a landlord fails to comply with these procedures, he may face penalties from the EPA of up to $10,000 for each violation. In addition, if a landlord fails to disclose known lead paint hazards in a rental property, and a tenant is injured by the known lead, the landlord may have to pay the tenant triple damages in any lawsuit.

Can a tenant sue their landlord for lead poisoning?

When landlords have knowledge about lead but don’t disclose it, tenants who are harmed by lead, can sue their landlord for their damages (such as medical costs from lead poisoning).

What should I do if I find lead paint in my apartment?

Renter Recourse Regarding Lead Paint. If you think your apartment has lead paint, report it to your landlord. You can also hire your own lead paint removal professional to provide a report for your landlord if the landlord didn’t divulge the presence of lead paint. Also, report this to your local rent board.

What happens if a landlord fails to deposit a security deposit?

Any landlord who fails to do this is liable for punitive fees. Landlords should keep the security deposit money in a federally insured financial institution and must deposit it within 30 days after receiving it.