Local Law 31
History and Scope
Local Law 31
Should I worry about Lead Paint?
If your building was built before January 1, 1960, it may contain lead-based paint hazards. Per NYC’s Local Law 31 of 2020, landlords must have XRF lead inspections performed by August 9, 2025, or within one year of a child under the age of 6 residing in the unit.
Although lead paint was banned from NYC buildings in 1960, a significant number of older buildings still contain lead paint.
Lead is a naturally-formed metal in the earth’s crust. However, lead is highly toxic to the human body and exposure can lead to lead poisoning, a serious yet preventable condition that is particularly dangerous for young children.
Lead can affect the brain, kidneys, bone marrow, and other organ systems, even at low levels in a child’s bloodstream. Exposure to lead also poses a significant risk for pregnant women, leading to serious problems such as premature births, congenital defects, and miscarriages. Lead poisoning can be prevented through proper testing and remediation of lead-based paint.
Besides lead paint, other common sources of lead exposure in the United States are old piping, outdoor soil, household dust, and contaminated drinking water.
Lead is a naturally-formed metal in the earth’s crust. However, lead is highly toxic to the human body and exposure can lead to lead poisoning, a serious yet preventable condition that is particularly dangerous for young children.
Lead can affect the brain, kidneys, bone marrow, and other organ systems, even at low levels in a child’s bloodstream. Exposure to lead also poses a significant risk for pregnant women, leading to serious problems such as premature births, congenital defects, and miscarriages. Lead poisoning can be prevented through proper testing and remediation of lead-based paint.
Besides lead paint, other common sources of lead exposure in the United States are old piping, outdoor soil, household dust, and contaminated drinking water.
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