Cal. Civ. Code § 6-803
Md. Code Ann., Environment Art. Title 6, Subtitle 8 — Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
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(a) This subtitle applies to: (1) Affected property; and (2) Notwithstanding subsection (b) of this section, any residential rental property, the owner of which elects to comply with this subtitle. (b) This subtitle does not apply to: (1) Property not expressly covered in subsection (a) of this section; (2) Affected property owned or operated by a unit of federal, State, or local government, or any public, quasi-public, or municipal corporation, if the affected property is subject to lead standards that are equal to, or more stringent than, the risk reduction standard established under § 6-815 of this subtitle; or (3) Affected property which is certified to be lead-free pursuant to § 6-804 of this subtitle.
Under Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-803, Maryland's lead paint risk-reduction rules apply to 'affected property'—generally older residential rental units—as well as to any residential rental property whose owner voluntarily opts in. The subtitle carves out exceptions for government-owned or government-operated affected properties that already meet or exceed the state's risk reduction standard, and for properties that have been certified lead-free under § 6-804. This scoping provision determines which properties fall within the subtitle's requirements and which do not.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Md. Code Ann., Env. §§ 6-801 to 6-852 § 6-803 establishes which rental properties are subject to Maryland's lead paint risk-reduction requirements, so operators of older residential rental units typically confirm whether their properties qualify as 'affected property' under the subtitle. Owners of properties not automatically covered may still elect to comply voluntarily, bringing those properties within the subtitle's full framework. Operators of government-affiliated properties or properties already certified lead-free under § 6-804 should verify whether their specific exemption applies and maintain documentation supporting that 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 § 6-803 defines the scope of Maryland's lead paint rules, meaning tenants in older residential rental units that qualify as 'affected property' are generally entitled to the protections the subtitle provides. If a tenant believes their rental unit should be covered but the landlord is not complying, they may consider contacting Maryland's relevant housing or environmental authorities or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance. Tenants can also review whether their unit falls under one of the stated exemptions—such as a lead-free certification under § 6-804—to better understand what protections may or may not apply.
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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