RICHMOND, HENRICO COUNTY, AND TRI-CITIES LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL PROGRAM
The Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program is a HUD-funded program to control health hazards caused by lead-based paint in homes and apartments built before 1978 where at-risk children under 6 or pregnant members reside. The Program is administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and project:HOMES.
Lead paint in older homes can pose a serious health hazard. Children are especially at risk. Small amounts of lead in a child's bloodstream can affect a developing brain and lead to a wide range of systems, from headaches and stomach pain to behavioral problems and anemia. In pregnant women, lead can result in complications to a pregnancy in addition to adverse pre-natal effects on a child's development.
ELIGIBILITY
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You must live in a home located in the City of Richmond, Henrico County, or the Tri-Cities that was built before 1978.
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Renters and owners are able to participate. However, landlord permission is required in rental housing.
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Income of all household members 18 or older must total no more than 80% of the Area Median Income for Richmond (see chart below)
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You must be current on City property taxes and mortgage. If you are a renter, you must be in good standing with your landlord.
HOW DO I QUALIFY?
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CONTACT project:HOMES (804-718-0517)
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COMPLETE AN APPLICATION: To get started you will need:
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Driver's Licence or Government-Issued ID for all applicants at current address
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Income - most recent consecutive pay stubs covering at least 60 days of income or equivalent statement for all income sources (including SSI/SSA, retirement, etc.)
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Most recent bank statement for all checking and savings accounts (3 monthly statements required)
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Mortgage statement or copy of your lease
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Recent Richmond City Utility Bill (water/gas)
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HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
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Based on safety objectives of the program, methods of controlling lead-based paint hazards will be determined by program administrators and a qualified contractor will be selected and supervised to complete the work.
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No assistance from this program comes in the form of cash or direct payment to participants.
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To ensure safety, all occupants in the dwelling must temporarily relocate while the lead hazard control measures are completed.