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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A: § 130-A:5-d

Sale and Rental of Property.

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Verified 10/20/2026 · Next check 10/27/2026
effective 10/20/2026New HampshireFederal Disclosure (Title X)

Operative Text

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A: § 130-A:5-d
After July 1, 2024, the following shall require certification of lead safety pursuant to this chapter prior to being used as either a residential rental unit or as a day care facility:
I. Newly-constructed rental units within buildings erected prior to January 1, 1978. For the purposes of this section "newly-constructed rental units" means rental units being converted from a use other than residential rental housing.
II. Newly-licensed day care facilities within buildings erected prior to January 1, 1978.
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Plain English

Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:5-d, effective after July 1, 2024, certain properties in older buildings must obtain a lead safety certification before they can be used as residential rental units or day care facilities. Specifically, the requirement applies to rental units being converted from a non-residential use and to day care facilities receiving a new license, but only when those spaces are located in buildings constructed before January 1, 1978. The rule reflects New Hampshire's broader lead safety framework, which aims to reduce exposure risks in pre-1978 structures where lead-based paint was commonly used.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers converting pre-1978 buildings from non-residential uses into rental housing, or hosting newly-licensed day care facilities in such buildings, are generally expected to secure lead safety certification under § 130-A:5-d before those spaces are occupied or operated. Compliant operators typically complete the required inspection and certification process through channels established under Chapter 130-A before any lease is signed or day care license takes effect. Keeping documentation of certification on file is a standard practice for demonstrating compliance if questions arise.

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

For Tenants

Under § 130-A:5-d, tenants moving into a rental unit that was converted from a non-residential use in a pre-1978 building after July 1, 2024, have an interest in confirming that the unit holds a valid lead safety certification before occupancy. If a landlord has not obtained the required certification, tenants may have grounds to raise that non-compliance in a dispute or complaint proceeding under New Hampshire's lead safety laws. Tenant-rights organizations and the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services can be resources for understanding what options may be available in such situations.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:11
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:5
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:7
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:5
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:7
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:8-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:9
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:14
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:17
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:6
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:7
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:8-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:14
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:7
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:8-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 130-A:5

Related Rules

§ 574.635
§ 574.635 Lead-based paint.
§ 196
Prohibited acts relating to lead-based paint, glaze or other substance; punishment; embargo of personal property
§ 35.940
§ 35.940 Special requirements for insular areas.

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