| name | lead-paint-disclosure |
| title | Lead-Based Paint Disclosure |
| description | Drafts execution-ready lead-based paint disclosure documents compliant with 42 U.S.C. § 4852d and 24 CFR Part 35 for sales or leases of pre-1978 residential properties. Covers seller/landlord hazard disclosures, buyer/tenant acknowledgments, inspection waivers, agent certifications, and attachment schedules. Use when drafting lead paint disclosures, pre-1978 property transactions, residential lease hazard disclosures, or EPA Section 1018 compliance documents. |
| author | CaseMark |
| author_url | https://github.com/CaseMark/skills/tree/main/skills/legal/lead-paint-disclosure |
| license | Apache-2.0 |
| version | 0.1.0 |
| execution_mode | open |
| jurisdiction | us |
| practice | real-estate |
| language | en |
| tags | ["agreement","drafting","transactional"] |
Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Drafts a federally compliant lead-based paint disclosure for sale or lease of pre-1978 residential property, ready for execution by all parties.
Quick Start
Gather before drafting:
- Property — address, legal description, confirmed pre-1978 construction
- Transaction type — sale or lease
- Parties — names/addresses of all sellers/landlords, buyers/tenants, agents/brokers (with license numbers)
- Lead paint records — inspection reports, risk assessments, abatement certificates, clearance reports, health department correspondence (or confirmation none exist)
- Prior remediation docs, if any
If user-provided documents have gaps, request missing information before drafting.
Governing Law
| Authority | Citation |
|---|
| Federal statute | 42 U.S.C. § 4852d |
| Implementing regulation | 24 CFR Part 35, Subpart A & H |
| EPA disclosure rule | 40 CFR Part 745, Subpart F (Section 1018) |
| Enabling act | Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) |
Penalties: Civil up to $16,000/violation [VERIFY current adjusted amount]; private suit treble damages + attorney's fees; criminal for knowing/willful violations.
Document Structure
Draft these sections in order:
1. Header & Party Identification
- Title: "Lead-Based Paint Disclosure"
- Property address + legal description; disclosure date
- Full legal names and mailing addresses of all parties
- Transaction type checkbox: Sale / Lease
- Agent/broker names, brokerage, license numbers (if applicable)
2. Seller/Landlord Disclosure Statement
Disclosing party selects one:
| Option | Detail Required |
|---|
| A — Known hazards | Locations, condition/extent, date acquired; distinguish lead-based paint from lead-based paint hazards (deteriorating paint, friction/impact surfaces, contaminated dust/soil) |
| B — No known hazards | Affirmative statement after reasonable inquiry |
