Cal. Civ. Code § 5:17-1.3
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Additional information on evaluating and abating lead hazards may be obtained from the following sources: American Society for Testing Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103; The National Center for Lead-Safe Housing, 10227 Wincopin Circle, Suite 205, Columbia, Maryland 21044, (410) 992-0712; The National Institute of Building Sciences, 1201 L Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20005-4024, (202) 289-7800; and the Steel Structures Painting Council, The Crane Building, 40 24th Street, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222.
N.J.A.C. § 5:17-1.3 identifies a set of external organizations that serve as reference points for information about evaluating and reducing lead hazards in housing. These resources include professional and technical bodies with expertise in lead-safe practices and building standards. The provision does not impose requirements or prohibitions; it simply points to supplementary informational sources.
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Under N.J.A.C. § 5:17-1.3, property owners and managers looking to deepen their understanding of lead hazard evaluation and abatement can consult the organizations listed in this provision, such as the American Society for Testing Materials and the National Center for Lead-Safe Housing. Operators who stay informed about current technical standards and best practices are generally better positioned to maintain compliance with the broader lead-safety requirements under N.J.A.C. § 5:17. Keeping records of training and reference materials consulted is a common practice among diligent property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:17-1.3 points to organizations—including the National Center for Lead-Safe Housing—that provide publicly available information on lead hazard identification and reduction. Tenants who have concerns about lead conditions in their homes may find these resources useful for understanding what evaluation and abatement processes generally involve. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing agencies can also help residents understand how the broader N.J.A.C. § 5:17 framework applies to their housing situation.
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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