24 C.F.R. § 35.625
§ 35.625 Multifamily insured property constructed after 1959 and before 1978. (24 CFR Part 35)
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Except as provided in § 35.630, before the issuance of the firm commitment, the sponsor shall agree to incorporate ongoing lead-based paint maintenance practices into regular building operations, in accordance with § 35.1355(a).
Under 24 CFR Part 35 § 35.625, multifamily properties with FHA-insured financing that were built between 1960 and 1977 are subject to a pre-commitment requirement tied to lead-based paint. Specifically, before a firm commitment for mortgage insurance is issued, the property sponsor must formally agree to weave ongoing lead-based paint maintenance practices into the building's regular operations, following the standards set out in § 35.1355(a). This rule applies unless an exception under § 35.630 is met.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and sponsors of multifamily insured properties covered by 24 CFR Part 35 § 35.625 generally document their commitment to ongoing lead-based paint maintenance before the firm commitment stage of the FHA insurance process. Compliant operators typically integrate the maintenance practices described in § 35.1355(a) into standard building management procedures, such as routine inspections and upkeep protocols, rather than treating lead safety as a one-time event. Keeping clear records of this agreement and the associated maintenance activities supports compliance throughout the life of the property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of multifamily properties subject to 24 CFR Part 35 § 35.625 have an interest in knowing that their building's sponsor was required to commit to ongoing lead-based paint maintenance practices before federal mortgage insurance was finalized. If a tenant believes these maintenance obligations are not being met, general enforcement paths include raising the issue with the property management, contacting HUD directly, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization familiar with federal lead-paint regulations. Reviewing the building's lead-based paint disclosure records and maintenance history, as referenced under § 35.1355(a), can help tenants understand what ongoing protections should be in place.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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