Resources for Property Owners
Homeowners and landlords can take steps to protect their families and their tenants from lead hazards in pre-1978 homes. RI state law and minimum housing code requires landlords of most pre-1978 rental properties to take certain steps to ensure their rental units are safe, and there are serious consequences for not complying with these laws. Learn more about requirements, and financial assistance available to help pay for lead-related repairs below:
Lead Hazard Awareness Seminar (3-hour class for landlords/homeowners)
RI Department of Health’s Lead Poisoning Information for Landlords
Lead Hazard Reduction Financial Assistance Programs
Providence - Lead Safe Providence Program
Woonsocket - Woonsocket Lead Hazard Reduction Program
Statewide - RIHousing LeadSafe Homes Program
Please contact us for a program referral!
Landlord requirements
Find out if your property has a lead certificate
Find a licensed lead-safe contractor or inspector
Pre-1978 homes may have lead hazards from paint and soil - look up your address to find the age of your home:
Older homes may have lead pipes. If you live in Providence, find out what your water service line is made of here: Providence Water Lead Service Line Map