Programs to help
with lead paint removal Lead paint is dangerous to young children, and it is sometimes present
in houses and apartments built before 1979. If a child chews on lead
paint – which may be found on windowsills, floorboards, built-in
cabinets, and other painted surfaces – he or she may develop serious
health problems.
The Housing Commission offers two programs to help with lead paint
removal – one for those who are participating in the Commission’s
Housing Rehabilitation Program and one for the general public living in
older communities:
Grants for Low-Income Families
Lead paint removal grants are available
citywide for both rental and owner-occupied properties built before 1979
and occupied by low-income families with children under six years of
age, either residing or frequently visiting.
The maximum grant is $15,000 for a single-family residence and $7,500 per
multifamily unit plus $10,000 for common areas.
For more information, call 619.578.7521.
Loans for Families Participating in Commission’s Housing Rehabilitation
Program
If you have a Housing Commission loan to help you fix up your home, you
may also qualify for lead paint removal assistance if you have lead
paint in your home.
For more information, call 619.578.7521.
For more information about lead paint removal and safety issues, contact the Environmental Health
Coalition (a Housing Commission partner) at 619.474.0220.
