Scope of Lead Inspection:
As per Maryland law, a rental unit must meet FULL RISK REDUCTION standards at each change of occupancy. Your property must pass an inspection for lead-contaminated dust, performed by an MDE-accredited inspection contractor, prior to every change in occupancy. To pass the inspection, the property must be free of defective paint on both the interior and exterior.
Trip Fee:
If the inspector determines that your property has defective paint and is unfit for testing, a trip fee of $50 will be charged for the inspection services. Failure to pay the trip fee may result in a mechanic’s lien against the property. A new inspection can be scheduled once the defective paint issues are repaired and photos are sent to the inspector as proof that the property is ready for inspection.
Each dust sample will be analyzed by a qualified laboratory, and the results must fall below specified levels. Generally, testing for lead-contaminated dust is most likely to be successful in a clean, well-maintained property. Flaking or chalking lead paint on windows, in particular, may be a significant source of lead dust in a unit.
The Lead Inspection Certificate does not guarantee or warrant that your property is “lead-free.” It indicates that, on the day and time of your inspection, sample analysis showed lead dust levels below the threshold standard set by the Maryland Department of the Environment at the time of testing. Landlords should always remain vigilant about any paint issues and seek the advice of lead abatement contractors when performing renovations or repairs. There may be other untested areas that could pose a lead hazard to tenants. The Passing Certificate allows you to proceed with the rental license process.
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