Cal. Civ. Code § 5:28A-2.6
Consultation with agencies
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A permanent local agency or lead evaluation contractor with the duty to inspect dwellings subject to this chapter may consult with the Department, the local health board, or the New Jersey Department of Health concerning the criteria for the inspection and identification of areas and conditions involving a high risk of lead poisoning in such dwellings, methods of detection of lead in such dwellings, and standards for the repair of such dwellings containing lead paint. Previous Next About Privacy Policy Trust Center Cookie Policy Terms & Conditions Copyright © 2026 LexisNexis.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:28A-2.6, permanent local agencies and lead evaluation contractors responsible for inspecting dwellings covered by this chapter are permitted to seek guidance from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, local health boards, or the New Jersey Department of Health. The topics on which they may consult include how to identify high-risk lead conditions, methods for detecting lead in dwellings, and standards for repairing lead paint hazards. This provision establishes a cooperative framework among agencies rather than imposing a mandate on any individual party.
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Property owners whose dwellings fall under N.J.A.C. § 5:28A-2.6 should be aware that the inspectors and lead evaluation contractors who visit their properties are authorized to coordinate with multiple state and local agencies when making inspection and remediation determinations. A compliant operator generally stays informed about the repair and remediation standards that these agencies collectively apply, since those standards can shape what corrective actions are expected following an inspection. Keeping records of any inspection findings and subsequent repairs helps demonstrate responsiveness to agency-informed criteria.
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N.J.A.C. § 5:28A-2.6 establishes that the agencies and contractors responsible for lead inspections in your dwelling type can draw on guidance from state health authorities and local health boards, meaning the inspection and remediation standards applied to your home reflect multi-agency expertise. Tenants who have concerns about lead paint conditions in their dwelling may contact their local health board or the New Jersey Department of Health to understand what criteria apply. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how inspection findings under this chapter translate into enforceable repair obligations.
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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