Do HUD Lead Paint Hazard Control Rules apply?
A. No. Since the Access to Home program is not funded with federal funds, HUD Lead Paint Hazard Control Rules do not apply. The Access to Home program is intended to provide accessibility modifications, not to address extensive housing rehabilitation needs. However, lead-based paint can be a serious danger particularly to young children, so for any dwelling unit occupied by children under the age of seven, all work performed for accessibility modifications shall be done so using HUD- and EPA-approved lead safe work practices. This includes conducting paint testing of surfaces to be disturbed (or presuming the presence of lead paint), conducting interim control measures in the work area, notifying occupants of the presence of lead paint hazards, and conducting clearance examinations. Work done must be performed in a manner which does not present any undue risks to occupants or the workers. Also, applicable local laws and ordinances concerning lead hazard control must be complied with.
