The Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Grant Program is designed to assist eligible homeowners and landlords in the identification and remediation of lead paint hazards in eligible units within the City of Toledo.
About the Program
Funding for the program was received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control and Healthy Homes.
The lead-based paint program is designed to make houses lead-safe, not to correct code violations, such as roof leaks or plumbing leaks. Any lead remediation costs beyond the scope of the grant program may be the property owner's responsibility.
The City of Toledo’s lead-based paint program makes houses built before 1978 lead-safe through abatement and interim controls (methods determined on a case-by-case basis).
Eligible units will receive a Lead Inspection/ Risk Assessment by a licensed lead risk assessor.
Qualified units may be eligible for:
- Up to $30,000 for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control
- Up to $15,000 for Healthy Homes Improvements
Eligibility
Owner-Occupant Applicants
- Property was built before 1978
- Applicant is property owner of record
- Identifiable lead hazards are present
- Property is structurally sound with no major code deficiencies
- All children under 6 who reside in the home should be tested prior to and after the lead-based paint work completion
- Household income is at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI)
The property must also meet one of the following:
- Be the primary residence for a child under age 6
- Be the primary residence for a pregnant person
- Have children under age 6 who regularly visit the residence (3 hours a day, two or more days a week and/or 60 hours per year)
A grant agreement will be required between the property owner and the City of Toledo.
Landlord/Tenant Applicants
- Property was built before 1978
- Property is a one to four-unit residential structure
- Applicant is property owner of record
- Identifiable lead hazards are present
- Property is structurally sound with no major code deficiencies
- All children under 6 who reside in the home should be tested prior to the lead-based paint work completion
- Tenant income is at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI)
How Applications Are Prioritized
Priority is usually given in the following order:
- Units where a child under age 6 has an Elevated Blood Level (EBL) of 10.0 or higher
- Units where a child under age 6 has an EBL of 3.5 or higher
- Units where a child under 6 has an EBL under 3.5
- Units with children under age 6 who regularly visit
- Occupied rental units with tenants at or below 50% AMI
- Occupied rental units with tenants between 51-80% AMI
- Vacant rental units
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Create a PDF of this form...Frequently Asked Questions
Property Owners
What happens after I submit my application?
The LBPHC program will review your application. If anything is missing, you will have 2 weeks to submit the missing information.
If the unit is eligible, the project will be added to the inspection list.
How long does the process take?
Most projects take about 4 to 8 months from the approval to completion. Timing can vary based on the amount of work needed, contractor schedules, weather, and other factors.
Are all applications approved?
No. Applications and properties must meet the requirements.
I have a deadline to complete work by a certain date. Will the work be done in time?
The LBPHC program cannot guarantee completion of a project by any date or deadline.
Does the program cost anything?
There is no fee to apply. If projects go over the grant limit, the owner may have to pay the difference before work begins.
What else is required of the owner if the project is enrolled?
Owners must coordinate with LBPHC staff to sign program documents and payment vouchers and for access to the unit.
The owner of rental units must agree to a 3-year restrictive covenant on the property.
What is the restrictive covenant on my property and why is it required by the program?
The restrictive covenant is only required for rental units receiving assistance. The program provides assistance as a grant. In return, a 3-year restrictive covenant is recorded on the property to help keep housing available for low to moderate-income households with children under 6.
Will occupants (owner or tenants) have to move out of the property?
It is almost always the case that occupants will need to temporarily relocate while the work is being performed. The program will temporarily relocate tenant-occupants while work is being performed. Owner-occupants must coordinate their own temporary relocation.
What happens if a current tenant moves out, and/or a new tenant moves in?
You must notify the program right away about any occupancy changes before work begins. New tenants must complete an application and provide required documents.
Are vacant rental units eligible?
Yes. If the unit becomes occupied before the work begins, the new tenant must submit eligibility information and meet income requirements.
The property I want to enroll is a rental property, and one or more of the tenants will not agree to participate and/or submit the occupant application with financial information. What do I do?
Tenant participation is required for a property to enroll in the program. Landlords can explain that the program helps improve safety, energy efficiency, and protection from lead poisoning. Tenant financial information is used to determine program eligibility.
Tenants/Occupants
Why am I being asked to submit this information?
Your landlord applied to the City of Toledo's Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control program to make your home lead-safe. The program must collect information from current occupants to confirm income eligibility. Priority is given to households with children under age 6.
Can I submit the information directly to the LBPHC program (instead of giving it to my landlord)?
Yes! You may submit your documents directly to LBPHC through the electronic application.
When will work start on my home or unit?
Most projects are complete within 4 to 8 months after applications have been submitted. Timing depends on the project, weather, contractor schedules, and other factors. More information about work and relocation dates will be provided as the project moves forward.
Why should I agree to participate in this program?
The program helps make the home lead-safe for you, young children, and pets. In many cases, improvements may also include new windows, which can improve safety, energy efficiency, and the appearance of the home.
Will this program cost me anything?
This program will not cost tenants anything.
What if I decide to move from this home permanently after completing an occupant application, but before the work is completed?
The program must keep your application on file, but it will not be used for anything else. The project may still continue after you move. There is no financial assistance available for permanent moves.
Who do I contact with questions or concerns?
Contact your landlord or the LBPHC program directly at 419-214-1400 with any questions or concerns.