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HPD Lead Violation in New York
What is an HPD lead violation, and how does it impact property owners? The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development issues an HPD lead violation when a property fails an inspection and is found to have deteriorated lead-based paint that poses a health risk. This could be peeling or chipping paint on interior or exterior surfaces like walls, doors, and windowsills. When an apartment with a child under 6 has lead hazards, HPD may issue a violation to protect tenants. Our EPA-certified will evaluate properties, recommend the best solutions, and manage the removal process from start to finish.
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Permanent HPD Lead Hazard Solutions
The Department of Health (DOH) has approved the following options for permanently eliminating lead paint hazards and achieving compliance with violations:
This involves removing loose or peeling paint by hand-scraping with a chemical solution and sanding sealed surfaces. Holes and cracks are repaired before repainting.
This method involves removing contaminated components such as windows, doors, and trim and replacing them with new, lead-free materials.
This technique involves sealing damaged areas beneath durable materials like drywall or vinyl to isolate lead hazards physically.
This process coats surfaces with special sealants or paints that chemically bond hazardous substances in place.
Our experienced contractors can assess your situation and design the most effective, compliant solution to solve lead troubles.
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Types of HPD Lead Violations
A presumed violation occurs when deteriorated paint is seen in a pre-1960 building or unit constructed before lead paint was banned. This assumes the paint contains lead without laboratory testing.
Given when an inspection finds lead-contaminated dust above regulatory limits through lab analysis of samples taken from window sills and floors. Testing is required after attempted remediation to prove the unit is lead-safe for occupancy.
Expert lead paint analysis
When facing HPD lead violations, it’s crucial to partner with experts you can trust. Our team of EPA-certified lead-safe renovators brings expertise and regulatory compliance to every project. We offer comprehensive services, handling all aspects from initial testing to final documentation. Clear communication is a priority, with free estimates, regular updates, and assistance in interpreting results keeping you informed throughout the process.
With years of experience in New York City, we’ve successfully managed many lead removal projects, building a proven track record of efficient and effective solutions.
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Lead Paint Violation Removal Process
Here is a typical process for removing an HPD lead violation with Manhattan Lead:
We'll scrape, remove, repair, or seal lead sources using approved methods following strict safety protocols.
An independent inspector collects samples from window sills and floors to check for lead dust or particle traces.
Test results and documentation of completed work are submitted to HPD for final review and approval.
If clearance isn't initially granted, necessary corrections are made until the unit is inspected.
This process aims to achieve full hazard control according to the standards set by the EPA and HPD. Our licensed professionals ensure that results consistently meet the requirements of relevant authorities.
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FAQ'S
An HPD violation is something that homeowners or landlords in New York City need to pay attention to. HPD stands for the Housing Preservation and Development Department. They are in charge of making sure that homes in NYC are safe and healthy for people to live in. If someone gets an HPD violation, it means that an inspector from the department found something dangerous or unhealthy during a visit to a home built before 1978. One common issue they look for is lead paint, which can be harmful to people, especially kids if it’s not taken care of properly.
If you receive an HPD violation for lead paint, there are a few ways to fix the problem. One way is to cover the lead paint so it can’t hurt anyone. This is called encapsulation or enclosure. You can also carefully remove the lead paint and replace it with new, safe paint. Another method is to use a wet scraping technique, where you gently scrape off the lead paint while keeping the area wet to prevent lead dust from spreading. After any of these methods, you’ll need to have a special test done to make sure the lead is gone, and then you can send the results to HPD to show that your home is safe again.
Lead paint has an interesting history. A long time ago, in the early 1900s, people liked using lead in paint because it made the paint last longer and hold on to its color better. So, many houses were painted with lead paint. However, as time went on, doctors and scientists realized that lead could make people, especially children, very sick. Because of this, New York State said no to lead paint in homes in 1960. Then, in 1978, the whole country decided that lead paint was too dangerous, and it was banned nationwide for use in homes. Now, we know that keeping lead paint safely covered or removing it completely is the best way to protect our health.
