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one-time XRF test; work at every turnover

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New York City, NY lead-safe rental rules

XRF paint testing of every pre-1960 rental unit and common area (and 1960-78 with known lead paint) was due Aug 9, 2025; lead-safe work and dust clearance at every tenant turnover; keep records 10 years

The rule: XRF paint testing of every pre-1960 rental unit and common area (and 1960-78 with known lead paint) was due Aug 9, 2025; lead-safe work and dust clearance at every tenant turnover; keep records 10 years
How often: one-time XRF test; work at every turnover
Fees & fines: $1,500 per unit or common area for missed XRF testing (Class C); turnover/recordkeeping violations $250/day up to $10,000
Who can inspect: EPA-certified lead inspector or risk assessor, independent of the owner and remediation firm
Applies at: city (Local Law 1 of 2004, Local Law 31 of 2020) level
Official source: nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/paint-testing-requirement-an…
Last checked: 2026-10-20

What it costs in New York?

Published government fees (sourced):

Rochester: C of O fee from $150 (1-fam)/$250 (2-fam) source
New York City: $1,500 per unit or common area for missed XRF testing (Class C); turnover/recordkeeping violations $250/day up to $10,000 source

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