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Lead Related Disclosures

Landlords, property management companies, real estate agencies, and home sellers are required by law to tell potential occupants if they know that a home contains lead-based paint or lead paint hazards.

An informational brochure developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) -- Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home, must be provided to the tenant or homebuyer prior to lease up or sale.

Written disclosures statements are also required. Copies of disclosure forms and associated requirements are available from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. Learn More.

Finding trained professionals to help make homes lead safe

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection can provide contact information for lead professionals trained to help make homes lead safe. Learn More.

If you are low income and your home is not lead safe, or if you are a landlord who rents to tenants who are low income, you may be eligible for help from MaineHousing's Lead Hazard Control Program

Lead Related Resources & Links

Maine Department of Environmental Protection

• Essential Maintenance for a Lead-Safe Home
• Creating a Lead-Safe Home
• Lead Paint Safety Guide (PDF)
• Safe Removal of Lead-Based Paint
• Lead Hazard Prevention
• Disclosure Obligations (PDF)

Maine Department of Health & Human Services

• Maine Childhood Lead Program

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)

• Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control

MaineHousing Resources

• Maine Warning: Lead Based Paint Hazards - Lease Disclosure Form (PDF)
• Federal Lead Based Paint Hazards - Seller's Disclosure Form (PDF)
• Attorney General's Model Home Construction or Repair Contract (PDF)
• Don't Spread Lead - A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Lead-Safe Painting, Repair, and Home Improvement (PDF)
• Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home (PDF)