Improving
a Home - Lead Hazard Reduction Grant and Loan Program Fact Sheet
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WHAT IS SPECIAL LOAN PROGRAM’S (SLP) LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION GRANT AND
LOAN PROGRAM? |
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Special Loan Programs of the Department of Housing and Community Development
(DHCD) provides funds to assist homeowners and landlords lessen the risk of
lead poisoning and preserve the housing stock by reducing or eliminating
lead-based paint hazards. The program is funded with State funds.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR SLP’S LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION GRANT AND LOAN
PROGRAM? |
Those eligible for SLP’s Lead Hazard Reduction Grant and Loan Program must:
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be a Maryland resident, if an owner-occupant; and
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own and occupy the dwelling to be repaired as a principal residence,
residential rental properties are also eligible.
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INCOME LIMITS FOR THE PROGRAM |
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There are no income limits for this program. The financial assistance provided
(grant or loan) will be based on the applicant’s ability to repay. Grants are available in certain target areas.
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TYPES OF PROPERTIES ELIGIBLE FOR SLP’S LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION GRANT
AND LOAN PROGRAM
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This program will fund lead hazard reduction activities in owner-occupied single
family homes and rental properties if the units meet the
minimum program requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited
to: the units must be in need of lead hazard reduction activity; structurally sound upon completion of the lead hazard reduction
activity; and registered with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE)
Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (rental units only). Licensed childcare
facilities may also be eligible.
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TYPES OF IMPROVEMENTS PERMITTED |
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Eligible costs may include any activity required to meet the risk reduction
standards identified in Environment Article 6-815 (i.e., door and window treatments and
replacement; floor treatments; paint removal, stabilization and repainting;
encapsulation; enclosure; and specialized cleaning), any innovative lead hazard
reduction method which is approved by DHCD, and any other lead-related costs
required to meet the lead dust clearance standards. The work plan must fully
address all of the lead hazards present in the project. General property
improvements or rehabilitation required to bring property up to applicable
building codes and standards and the cost associated with repairing minor
structural deficiencies are not eligible costs.
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RESOURCES |
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community education and recent lead paint laws and regulations: |
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Maryland
Department of the Environment (MDE), Lead Poisoning Prevention Program 410-537-4199
Provides information about state accreditation and training laws for
contractors, registration of rental properties, acceptable abatement and lead
hazard techniques, and accredited lead abatement training facilities.
Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning
410-534-6447 Provides community education and outreach information concerning
new State laws and regulations and the tenant and landlord responsibilities.
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), National Lead Information Center 800-532-3394 Provides
information about lead poisoning and prevention for the general public. In
addition, Clearinghouse Information Specialists can be reached at 800-424-LEAD
(800-424-5323).
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Click Here for a listing of:
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
SPECIAL LOAN PROGRAMS
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For More Information Contact:
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Single Family Housing
100 Community Place
Crownsville, Maryland 21032-2023
singlefamilyhousing@dhcd.state.md.us
410-514-7530
800-638-7781
TTY 711 or 1-800-735-2258
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