N.C. Gen. Stat. § § 130A-453.01
Definitions.
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Unless otherwise required by the context, the definitions set out in 40 Code of Federal Regulations § 745.223 (As set out in Vol. 61, No. 169, of the Federal Register, pages 45813 to 45815, 29 August 1996) apply throughout this Article. (1997-523, s. 1.)
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq. establishes that the definitions used throughout North Carolina's lead-based paint article are drawn from the federal regulatory framework found in 40 C.F.R. § 745.223, as published in the Federal Register on August 29, 1996. This means that key terms—such as those relating to lead-based paint, target housing, and related activities—carry the same meanings in North Carolina law as they do under the corresponding federal rules. The provision creates definitional consistency between state and federal lead-based paint regulations, unless the surrounding context of a specific provision requires a different reading.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under North Carolina's lead-based paint article should be aware that the terminology used in N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq. is anchored to federal definitions in 40 C.F.R. § 745.223. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with those federal definitions—covering terms like 'lead-based paint,' 'renovation,' and 'target housing'—to ensure their practices align with both state and federal requirements. Understanding these shared definitions helps operators correctly interpret their obligations across the full scope of the article.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in housing subject to North Carolina's lead-based paint rules should know that the definitions governing those rules, found in N.C. Gen. Stat. § 130A-453.01 et seq., are tied to federal standards set out in 40 C.F.R. § 745.223. This means that terms used in disclosures, notices, or other communications from a landlord have specific, federally grounded meanings. Tenants who believe a term is being misapplied or that their rights under this article are not being honored may consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the relevant state or local housing authority for guidance.
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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