Lead Law Update (FAQ Series): If my building was built AFTER 1978, what do I need to file with the Public Health Department to obtain my rental license?
We are regularly receiving questions regarding the new Lead Law and have created a weekly “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQ’s) forum for you as you desire to become more informed of the Lead Law and its complexity.
This week we are featuring a common question:
Question: If my building was built after 1978, what do I need to file with the Public Health Department to obtain my rental license?
Answer: Although the current lead law provides for a specific “exemption” for lead testing if the property was “built after March 1978”, the landlord or property manager is still required to file the “exemption form” with the Public Health Department
If you don't know what the date the City has on record of the "date built" you can look this up using the link: https://atlas.phila.gov/
LINK TO EXEMPTION FORM is below:
