Requires municipalities to conduct lead paint inspections in single- and two-family dwellings; requires reporting of inspection results to State.
This bill requires New Jersey municipalities to inspect single- and two-family rental dwellings for lead paint hazards at least every five years (every two years for properties with lead remediation), using either local agencies or state-certified contractors. It directly affects landlords and property owners in these dwellings, with exemptions for homes built after 1978, lead-free certified units, and seasonal rentals under six months. Municipalities must report inspection results to the state and collect fees - $20 per unit - to fund lead hazard control efforts. The state will compile public reports on high-risk areas and lead inspection activity annually.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
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