If you’ve received a lead paint violation from HPD, you’re on a clock.
Lead paint violations are Class “C” — immediately hazardous — which gives you a 24-hour window to begin correcting the condition. That doesn’t mean full abatement in 24 hours; it means HPD expects to see that you’ve mobilized: secured the area, stopped further exposure, and engaged an EPA-certified firm. Miss it, and HPD can perform the work itself through its Emergency Repair Program and bill you, usually at well above market rates.
Manhattan Lead resolves HPD and DOH lead violations across all five boroughs. Call now and we’ll tell you exactly what your notice requires.
Lead Violation Removal in NYC
Lead paint violations in NYC can create costly delays, compliance issues, and challenges when renting, selling, or managing a property. Our experienced team provides professional lead violation removal, lead hazard remediation, and compliance support for landlords, property managers, and building owners.
From identifying lead hazards to completing required corrections and obtaining proper documentation, we help ensure your property meets NYC lead compliance requirements and HPD standards.
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Lead Violation Removal Services
Thousands of NYC landlords receive lead violations every year, most from paint that’s simply aged, chipping, peeling, or deteriorating at friction points like windows and doors, rather than from any neglect. A violation is usually triggered when an HPD inspector finds deteriorated lead paint in a unit where a child under six lives, or when lead dust levels exceed the legal limit.
Two things make these violations urgent. They are Class “C,” the most serious category, so the correction clock is short. And since August 2025, receiving a lead hazard or turnover violation also starts a separate 45-day deadline to submit your lead records, annual notices, investigation records, and XRF results, to HPD under Local Law 122.
Our EPA-certified team handles both sides: correcting the physical hazard and preparing the documentation HPD requires to close the case.
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Lead Abatement Contractors NYC
Lead violations in NYC come from two different agencies, and which one you’re dealing with changes the process:
HPD (Housing Preservation & Development) issues violations in rental housing, usually after an inspection prompted by a tenant complaint or during an annual inspection. These are the most common.
DOH (Department of Health) becomes involved when a child in the building has been found with an elevated blood lead level. DOH cases move faster and carry a different, more urgent investigation process.
Not sure which you have? The notice itself will say. Call us with it in hand and we’ll walk you through it.
The NYC Department of Health requires specific work practices and certification for any professional dealing with lead-contaminated surfaces. Our EPA-certified contractors are fully trained and licensed to conduct DOH-approved lead hazard control methods.
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development oversees compliance in rental properties. Once remediation is complete, we can assist with any notification or work order requirements and file paperwork to prove your property meets HPD standards.
Lead Violation Removal Process
The first step is a free on-site assessment to identify the extent of the lead hazard and confirm exactly what your violation notice requires.
By handling every project with care, expertise, and regulatory knowledge, we ensure violations are resolved properly and safely.
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When resolving lead issues, you want an experienced, reliable partner. Here are a few reasons why clients choose Manhattan Lead:
By choosing us, you’ll work with experienced industry experts. Let’s discuss how we can help resolve your unique situation.
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FAQ'S
Lead removal is a serious job, and our certified specialists follow a careful process to make sure it’s done safely. First, they’ll come to your property to inspect it and take some small samples of paint or other materials to test for lead. Then, they prepare the work area by setting up special barriers and covering things to keep everyone safe. Next, they use EPA-approved methods and tools to carefully remove or cover up the lead hazards. They do a lot of thorough cleaning and testing to make absolutely sure that all the lead is gone and your home is safe again.
If you know about lead hazards and don’t take action, it could cause a few problems. Firstly, your property might not follow important local rules and regulations, which could get you into trouble. More importantly, leaving lead hazards puts the health of anyone living or visiting your property at risk, especially young children. Lead can cause serious health issues, so it’s always best to deal with it right away. Fixing lead problems early also saves you from having to do expensive emergency repairs later on.
Clearing building violations in NYC can be tricky, but that’s where we come in. Our team is experienced in handling these situations and will guide you through the entire process. We’ll work directly with the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) or the Department of Health (DOH) on your behalf. This includes preparing detailed reports and plans, as well as conducting any necessary clearance tests until all the violations are resolved and your property is back in good standing.
The cost of lead removal can vary a lot depending on the size of the area that needs work and how much lead there is. For example, a small room with just a few spots of lead paint will cost less to fix than a large home with lead pipes and paint everywhere. We offer free estimates, which means we’ll come to your property, take a look, and give you an exact price before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
HPD violations arise in rental housing, usually from a tenant complaint or annual inspection. DOH violations arise when a child in the building has an elevated blood lead level, and they move faster. The agency named on your notice tells you which you’re dealing with.
No. HPD requires correction by an EPA-certified firm using lead-safe work practices, and it requires clearance testing to confirm the result. Work by an unlicensed contractor won’t be accepted and can generate additional violations.