A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to soil lead hazards for certain private dwellings

Summary

This proposed law would require property owners of certain private dwellings to test lead levels in soil in certain areas appurtenant to such dwellings at least once a year, and provide a copy of the results of such tests to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and any lawful occupants of such dwellings. If results indicate a lead level at or above a soil reference level to be set by DOHMH, such owners would be required to notify DOHMH and occupants of such dwellings, and to cover or remediate the lead-contaminated soil.

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