Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification Form
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The Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification is a required form when renting a unit that was built before 1978.
Document Last Modified: 5/9/2023
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Lead paint is still a present danger in many households. Not only are there federal regulations in force but many states possess even more stringent laws and Massachusetts is one of those states. Sometimes these laws and procedures may become arduous but we should keep in mind that many are in place to protect our children. Unfortunately, lead poisoning can ruin a child’s health and in some cases permanently.
Therefore, the state of Massachusetts has an official document available through the Massachusets.gov website and also on ezLandlordForms. This document is called the Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification Form is a very important and required form in Massachusetts for all rental houses that were built before 1978.
This free form includes important information and facts for a landlord as well as the tenants concerning lead paint. This instructive document offers information on what lead is, who is at risk of lead poisoning, how it may harm the body of children and adults, and what forms the landlord must supply to tenants renting in a home built before 1978. This form also includes information on lead paint in the home and lists where to find more information on lead paint.
The Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification Form allows the owner to disclose any knowledge he/she may or may not have on lead based paint hazards in the rental property.
This form is downloaded and filled in by hand. There is a section for the landlord to fill out to disclose any information on lead based paint in the rented premises. There is a section for the tenant to acknowledge any information the landlord has provided.
IMPORTANT: The Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification Form is in conformity with the federal and state lead notification requirements.
*Both Landlord and Tenant must keep a completed and signed copy of the Massachusetts Tenant Lead Law Notification and Certification Form.
Please Note: This form is designed to be printed and filled out by hand.
Massachusetts Rental Forms and Templates
- Massachusetts 14-Day Notice to Quit for Non-Payment of Rent: This form should be used for Tenants that are late with rent payments. It’s a required step in the eviction process.
- Massachusetts 30-Day Notice to Quit: This Notice should be used for a Lease violation other than non-payment of rent. This is a required step in the eviction process.