Lead paint in Newark, NJ

One rule applies, with its citation below.

Pre-1978 one- and two-family rentals need a lead inspection
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Verified on 2026-08-01 — 15 days ago.

Pre-1978 one- and two-family rentals must be inspected for lead-based paint hazards at tenant turnover or every three years, whichever comes first. The certificate is valid for two years.

Budget the inspection and any remediation into the turnover cost of every pre-1978 unit, not into a one-off line at closing.

Construction
Built before 1978

In effect since 2022-07-22.

Sources

Every rule for Newark, NJ