City of Woonsocket LEAD Hazard Reduction Program

November 1, 2022

City of Woonsocket LEAD Hazard Reduction Program

Was your home built before 1978? If so, you may have lead-based paint which can be harmful for young children and pregnant woman.

The City of Woonsocket has a Lead Program that offers 100% forgivable loans to address lead hazards.

The program provides remediation for lead hazards and may include: new windows, new doors, interior/exterior painting and soil remediation.

Program requirements:

· Residents must meet the income requirements

o Non-owner-occupied buildings: 50% of the tenants must fall under 50% of the area median income. The remaining 50% of tenants must fall under 80% of the area median income. Owners’ income is not applicable.

o Owner-occupied buildings: Landlord and all tenants must fall under 80% of the area median income.

· Children under six must reside at or frequently visit the home. A frequent visitor is defined as a child who spends 6 hours a week at the home. A pregnant woman in the home would also qualify.

· Property must be current on taxes, water/sewer bills, vehicle taxes.

· Applications must be submitted in full by both landlord and all tenants with ALL necessary supporting documentation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

City of Woonsocket at 401-762-6400 extension 2228

or

Childhood Lead Action Project at 401-785-1310 extension 301

Michael Debroisse, Director of Planning & Development