24 C.F.R. § 35.500
§ 35.500 Purpose and applicability. (24 CFR Part 35)
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The purpose of this subpart F is to establish procedures to eliminate as far as practicable lead-based paint hazards in HUD-owned single family properties that have been built before 1978 and are sold with mortgages insured under a program administered by HUD. The requirements of this subpart apply to any such residential properties offered for sale on or after September 15, 2000.
Section 35.500 of 24 CFR Part 35 establishes the framework for addressing lead-based paint hazards in single-family homes that were built before 1978, are owned by HUD, and are sold with HUD-insured mortgages. The rule sets out procedures aimed at reducing these hazards to the extent practicable. Its requirements apply to any qualifying property offered for sale on or after September 15, 2000.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 35.500, operators involved in the sale of HUD-owned pre-1978 single-family properties with HUD-insured financing are subject to lead-based paint hazard reduction procedures. A compliant operator generally ensures that any such property offered for sale on or after September 15, 2000 has been evaluated and treated in accordance with the procedures this subpart establishes. Familiarity with the full requirements of Subpart F of 24 CFR Part 35 is a standard part of managing compliance for these transactions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you are purchasing or considering purchasing a HUD-owned single-family home built before 1978 with a HUD-insured mortgage, § 35.500 establishes that lead-based paint hazard reduction procedures should have been applied to that property. Buyers in this situation may have rights related to hazard disclosure and remediation under Subpart F of 24 CFR Part 35. Tenant-rights organizations, HUD's local offices, or a housing counselor approved by HUD can help explain what protections and remedies may be available under this framework.
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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