Cal. Civ. Code § 6-804
Md. Code Ann., Environment Art. Title 6, Subtitle 8 — Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
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(a) Affected property is exempt from the provisions of Part IV of this subtitle if the owner submits to the Department an inspection report that: (1) Indicates that the affected property has been tested for the presence of lead-based paint in accordance with standards and procedures established by the Department by regulation; (2) States that: (i) All interior and exterior surfaces of the affected property are lead-free; or (ii) 1. All interior surfaces of the affected property are lead-free and all exterior painted surfaces of the affected property that were chipping, peeling, or flaking have been restored with nonlead-based paint; and 2. No exterior painted surfaces of the affected property are chipping, peeling, or flaking; and (3) Is verified by the Department accredited inspector who performed the test. (b) In order to maintain exemption from the provisions of Part IV of this subtitle under subsection (a)(2)(ii) of this section, the owner shall submit to the Department every 2 years a certification, by a Department accredited inspector, stating that no exterior painted surface of the affected property is chipping, peeling, or flaking. (c) Outside surfaces of an affected property, including windows, doors, trim, fences, porches, and other buildings or structures that are part of the affected property, are exempt from the risk reduction standards under §§ 6-815 and 6-819 of this subtitle if all exterior surfaces of an affected property are lead-free and the owner submits to the Department an inspection report that: (1) Indicates that the outside surfaces have been tested for the presence of lead-based paint in accordance with standards and procedures established by the Department by regulation; (2) States that all outside surfaces of the affected property are lead-free; and (3) Is verified by the Department accredited inspector who performed the test.
Under Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-804, certain rental properties can be exempted from Maryland's lead-paint risk-reduction requirements if the owner demonstrates, through a Department-accredited inspector's report, that all interior and exterior surfaces are lead-free—or that interior surfaces are lead-free and any previously chipping or peeling exterior paint has been restored with non-lead-based paint. A partial exemption covering only exterior surfaces is also available when an accredited inspector certifies those outside surfaces as lead-free. Owners who rely on the partial interior/exterior exemption must renew their certification every two years to confirm that no exterior painted surfaces are chipping, peeling, or flaking.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners seeking an exemption under Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-804 generally engage a Department-accredited inspector to test for lead-based paint and submit the resulting inspection report to the Maryland Department of the Environment. Compliant operators ensure the report meets the specific conditions outlined in the statute—either full lead-free status or the combination of lead-free interiors and restored exterior surfaces—before claiming any exemption from Part IV risk-reduction standards. Those relying on the partial exterior condition must also track the two-year recertification cycle and submit updated inspector certifications on time to maintain their exempt status.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-804 establishes the conditions under which a landlord may claim an exemption from Maryland's lead-paint risk-reduction rules, meaning tenants in affected properties have an interest in knowing whether their landlord has properly filed the required inspection reports and certifications with the Maryland Department of the Environment. If a landlord claims an exemption but has not submitted a valid, accredited-inspector-verified report, the property may still be subject to the full risk-reduction requirements of Part IV. Tenants who have concerns about lead-paint compliance can contact the Maryland Department of the Environment, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or explore whether a landlord's failure to meet § 6-804's requirements could be raised as a defense or basis for a complaint.
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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