Compliance Center

Lead Inspection Laws — Know Where You Stand

Lead paint inspection requirements vary by state and even by city. We keep landlords, daycares, and property owners compliant across all four jurisdictions we serve. Pick your state below.

States Covered
NJ · PA · DE · NY
Inspector Credentials
EPA + NJDCA
Scheduling
Within 24 Hours
Report Turnaround
48–72 Hours
Pick Your Jurisdiction

Four laws. One inspector who knows them all.

Each law has its own rules, deadlines, and penalties. Click into yours for the specifics — or call us at (215) 284-0086 if you’re not sure which applies.

NEW JERSEY

NJ Lead Paint Inspection Law

Requires triennial lead inspection of pre-1978 rental properties statewide. Enforced at the municipal level. Lead-Free certification can replace the recurring inspection cycle entirely.

CitationP.L. 2021, c. 182
EffectiveJuly 22, 2022
FrequencyEvery 3 years
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PENNSYLVANIA

Philadelphia Lead Disclosure & Certification Law

All pre-1978 Philadelphia rentals must be certified Lead-Safe or Lead-Free and the certificate submitted to the City through the Lead and Healthy Homes Program. Tenants must receive a copy or the lease can be voided.

CitationPhila. Code § 6-800
ExpandedOct 1, 2020
Cert Term4 yrs (Safe) / Indef. (Free)
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DELAWARE

Delaware Lead Disclosure Law

Federal lead disclosure (24 CFR 35) applies to all pre-1978 Delaware rentals, plus Delaware’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act covers blood-level testing for children. Local rules in Wilmington add inspection requirements.

Citation16 Del. C. Ch. 26
Federal Rule24 CFR 35
Applies ToPre-1978 rentals
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NEW YORK

New York State Lead Law

NY Public Health Law § 1370 plus NYC Local Law 1 of 2004 (and 2025 amendments) require landlord inspection and remediation in pre-1960 multi-unit buildings. Rochester, Buffalo, and Erie/Monroe counties have their own ordinances on top.

CitationNY PHL § 1370 / NYC LL1
Applies ToPre-1960 multi-unit (NYC)
FrequencyAnnual (NYC)
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Not sure which law applies to your property? Tell us the address and we’ll tell you exactly what’s required, what it’ll cost, and how fast we can get it done. Call (215) 284-0086 or email info@bayhillenv.com.

How Bay Hill Helps

One inspector. Four jurisdictions. Zero compliance headaches.

1. We tell you what’s required

Tell us the property address and we’ll confirm which laws apply, what type of certification you need, and the deadline you’re working against.

2. We schedule fast

We schedule most inspections within 24 hours of your request. Same-day scheduling available for urgent closing deadlines and licensing inspections.

3. We deliver compliance-ready reports

Reports are formatted to satisfy each jurisdiction’s submission requirements. For Philadelphia, your certificate is ready to submit through the Lead and Healthy Homes Program portal — we’ll walk you through it.

4. We track your renewals

NJ rentals re-inspect every 3 years. Philadelphia Lead-Safe certs renew every 4. We’ll remind you before you fall out of compliance.

Behind on a deadline?

Whether it’s an NJ triennial, a Philadelphia Lead-Safe cert, a Wilmington inspection, or a NYC LL1 follow-up — we can schedule a certified inspector within 24 hours.

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About this page: Lead inspection law information on this site is provided for general guidance only and is current to the best of our knowledge as of May 2026. Laws and local ordinances change frequently and may be interpreted differently by individual municipalities. This is not legal advice. For requirements specific to your property, consult your municipality’s housing or health department, or call Bay Hill Environmental at (215) 284-0086 — we’ll tell you exactly what applies.