| Abstract: | This article examines the current legislative and administrative scheme for the regulation of lead hazards in houses rented or sold in New Jersey, and makes comparisons with Massachusetts' statutory scheme. This article also investigates other states' attempts to achieve prevention of residential lead poisoning. This article ultimately proposes that to effectuate the goals of its lead prevention legislation, New Jersey should implement surveillance systems and standardized procedures to ensure that housing is properly inspected and remediated for lead hazards prior to issuing certificates of occupancy of rental homes. |
