Requires construction permit and inspections for certain work involving lead paint on home exterior.

This bill requires owners of residential homes built before 1979 to obtain a construction permit before painting or removing exterior paint if existing paint is present. Before issuing the permit, local building departments must check for lead paint via inspection or records review. If lead is suspected, owners must hire certified contractors for sanding/scraping work, and departments must conduct two unscheduled site inspections to verify compliance with safety standards. The bill limits permit fees to $50 and imposes penalties of $150 for first violations, increasing to $1,500 for repeated offenses.