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A landlord leases a unit in a 1970 apartment building to a new tenant. Under federal law, which lead-paint obligation applies to this rental transaction?

Correct Answer

B) The landlord must disclose known lead-based paint and provide the EPA pamphlet

Federal lead-paint disclosure rules apply to both sales and rentals of pre-1978 housing. The landlord must disclose known lead-based paint hazards and provide the EPA-approved pamphlet.

Answer Options
A
The landlord must abate all lead-based paint before the tenant moves in
B
The landlord must disclose known lead-based paint and provide the EPA pamphlet
C
No lead-paint disclosure is required for rental transactions
D
The tenant must waive all lead-paint claims in the lease

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