Lead and Housing

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Learn More about Lead in your Home

It’s time to be a detective in your home. We will help you find the hazards, learn what you can do about them, and where/when and how to get help.

Protect Your Family From lead in Your Home - English

EPA - Lead In Your Home (English)

Protect Your Family From lead in Your Home - Spanish

EPA - Lead In Your Home (Spanish)

Protect Your Family From lead in Your Home - Arabic

EPA - Lead In Your Home (Arabic)

Get Your Home Tested

Lead Inspections and Risk Assessments – What’s the difference?

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Work Lead Safe

Environmental Protection Agency – Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Programs

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Homeowner & Tenants

Everyone deserves a home free of lead hazards! Learn how to make repairs safely. Learn how to make your rental property safe for tenants. Lean about your rights as a tenant.

Landlords & Tenants

Detroit Rental Registration Ordinance and Program

Lead and the Law

Federal, state, and local laws are in place to protect workers, families, and the community from lead hazards. This information is shared to expose you to this information and resources and is not meant as legal counsel. Please seek the further information from relating agencies or legal counsel for further information.

Home Repair Resources

Here are some resources that may help you make your home lead safe for your family. Note Each program has it’s own criteria to qualify for funding and/or services.

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EPA - Lead In Drinking Water

Lead in your Water Espanol

EPA - Lead In Drinking Water (Spanish)

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