Per New Jersey's Lead Safe Certificate Law (P.L. 2021, c. 182),
any rental unit constructed prior to 1978 requires an inspection to
check for deteriorated paint, debris, dust or residue. Each rental
unit must receive a lead safe certificate upon each rental turnover
(change of tenancy) or every three years, whichever comes first. A
lead safe certificate is valid for two years, and if the change in
tenancy occurs prior to the expiration of the certificate an inspection
is not required. The initial inspection of all rental units must take
place before July 31, 2024.
If a lead paint inspection fails, the owner/landlord must remediate the issues noted in the inspection report within 30 days. Failure to do so will result in the issuance of a notice of violation and penalty in accordance with § 280-3.