NJ Lead Safe Law Requirements for Alpha Borough
New Jersey's Lead Safe Certification Act requires rental property owners in Alpha Borough, Warren County to have their pre-1978 properties inspected for lead-based paint hazards. Smart Choice Inspections provides certified lead inspections to help you comply with these regulations.
Important Deadline Information
If your Alpha Borough rental property has had a tenant turnover since July 2022, your inspection is due immediately. Properties without turnover must be inspected by July 22, 2025.
Who Must Get a Lead Inspection in Alpha?
Under N.J.A.C. 5:28A, the following Alpha Borough properties require lead inspections:
- Rental properties built before 1978
- Properties with tenant turnover since July 2022 (immediate inspection required)
- All other pre-1978 rentals by July 22, 2025
- Multi-family dwellings with rental units
Pre-1978 Properties
Built before lead paint was banned
Rental Units
Rented or leased to tenants
3-Year Certificate
Valid Lead Safe Certification
What Happens During a Lead Inspection?
Our NJDCA certified inspectors will conduct a thorough visual assessment of your Alpha Borough property. The inspection includes:
- Visual examination of all painted surfaces
- Assessment of paint condition (chipping, peeling, deterioration)
- Documentation of any potential lead hazards
- Issuance of Lead Safe Certificate if property passes
What is Deteriorated Paint?
Per HUD guidelines, anything greater than a hairline crack or larger than a nail hole is considered deteriorated paint. If deterioration is found, remediation may be required before certification can be issued.
Alpha Borough Lead Inspection Pricing
Smart Choice Inspections offers competitive pricing for Alpha Borough property owners. Contact us for a free quote based on your property's size and number of units. We offer volume discounts for landlords with multiple properties.