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Cal. Civ. Code § 460.230

Civil Damages under M.G.L. c. 111, § 196(a)

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Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 460.230
In addition to the penalties set forth in 105 CMR 460.210 and 460.220, the owner of any
           residential property shall be liable for all damages caused by his or her violation of M.G.L. c. 111, §
           196(a).
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Plain English

Section 460.230 of 105 Mass. Code Regs. 460.000 establishes that residential property owners who violate M.G.L. c. 111, § 196(a) — the Massachusetts lead paint law — face civil liability for all damages that result from that violation. This civil damages exposure is separate from and in addition to any administrative or criminal penalties that may apply under 105 CMR 460.210 and 460.220. In other words, the rule creates a damages remedy that stacks on top of other enforcement mechanisms already in place.

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For Property Managers

Under 105 CMR 460.230, compliant residential property owners generally ensure full adherence to the lead paint requirements of M.G.L. c. 111, § 196(a), because a violation can trigger liability for all resulting damages — on top of any penalties already imposed under 105 CMR 460.210 and 460.220. Operators typically document their lead inspections, abatement or interim control measures, and compliance certifications to demonstrate that they have met statutory obligations. Maintaining thorough records is a common practice among property managers seeking to show that no violation occurred.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 460.230 of 105 CMR 460.000 gives tenants and other affected parties a civil damages remedy against a residential property owner who violates M.G.L. c. 111, § 196(a), the state's lead paint law. This remedy is independent of any penalties the owner may face under 105 CMR 460.210 and 460.220, meaning affected individuals may be able to recover compensation for harm caused by a violation. Those who believe they have been harmed by a lead paint violation may consider contacting a tenant-rights organization, a local legal aid office, or the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to understand available enforcement and complaint pathways.

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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Related Rules

§ 191
Reports of lead poisoning; notifications to agencies; records
§ 197
Duty of residential premises owners; interim control measures; abatement or containment of paint, plaster or other accessible structural material containing lead
§ 197C
Child exhibiting dangerous blood lead level after issuance of letters of compliance or interim control; liability

Source Information

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