LEAD BASED PAINT INSPECTIONS IN RENTAL DWELLING UNITS:
Please be advised that every long-term rental dwelling unit constructed prior to 1978, must obtain an inspection for lead based paint hazards in compliance with N.J.S.A. 52:27D-437.1 et seq. and Chapter 81 Article III of the Stafford Township Code. After the initial inspection the owner or landlord must obtain a re-inspection of the unit every three years or at tenant turnover, whichever is earlier. If lead-based paint hazards are identified in the inspection the owner shall remediate the hazards and obtain a re-inspection to certify that the hazard no longer exists.
The property owner may elect to have the dwelling inspected by the Township in accordance with Section 81-23 or alternatively may directly hire a private lead evaluation contractor who is certified to provide lead paint inspection services by the Department of Community Affairs to satisfy the requirements of Section 81-16 of the Township Code. The owner or landlord must submit the lead-free certification to the Code Enforcement Officer prior to occupancy of the rental unit.
A copy of the applicable sections of the Township Code are attached.
Please contact this office or provide the required Lead-Free Certification.
If additional information or further clarification is necessary please feel free to contact me at (609) 597-1000 extension 8532.
For additional information please visit the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs webpage at:
https://www.nj.gov/dca/codes/resources/leadpaint.shtml