⭐ Texas Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Federal Requirement for Pre-1978 Housing — All Texas Rentals
Federal Law — Required for All Pre-1978 Texas Rentals: The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act requires landlords of pre-1978 housing to disclose known lead hazards, provide all inspection records, and give the EPA pamphlet before lease signing. Federal penalties up to $19,507 per violation apply to every non-compliant lease signing.
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Federal law (42 U.S.C. § 4852d) requires all landlords of pre-1978 housing to provide a lead-based paint disclosure at every lease signing — regardless of state. This applies to all Texas rentals built before 1978.
Four Required Elements
1. Written disclosure of all known lead hazards. 2. Copies of all available inspection records. 3. EPA pamphlet “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home.” 4. 10-day inspection opportunity. All four before lease signing.
Texas Also Requires Additional Disclosures
In addition to lead paint, Texas landlords must also provide owner/manager disclosure, tenant selection criteria, utility payment disclosure, and flood zone disclosure. See the Texas landlord forms hub for the complete library.
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