Who can I contact if I feel my landlord is retaliating because I asked about lead safety?
If you believe your landlord is retaliating against you—such as threatening eviction, raising rent, or limiting services—because you asked about [...]
What should I do if I believe my landlord is not using lead-safe work practices?
If you believe your landlord or a contractor is performing work that may not follow lead-safe practices—such as dry scraping, [...]
What’s the difference between lead abatement and interim controls?
What is lead abatement? Lead abatement is permanent work designed to completely eliminate lead hazards from a home. It typically [...]
How does a new property owner put a Lead-Safe Certificate from the previous owner in their name?
If a property changes ownership, the new owner may transfer the existing Lead-Safe Certificate into their name as long as [...]
If my property fails the first inspection but passes on a later inspection, which date is used as the start date for my Lead-Safe Certificate?
The start date is always based on the date of the passing inspection. If your property does not meet lead-safe [...]
What if I just purchased a property that isn’t certified?
Rental properties or family childcare homes that are not yet certified and past their phase-in deadline must have their lead-safe [...]
I want to help. How can I get involved?
We're glad you want to help make Toledo Lead-Safe! Please subscribe to our newsletter below or Contact Us directly to [...]
What about lead in our water lines?
Toledo Public Utilities has replaced city-owned lead service lines systematically for 20 years through its water main replacement program. Visit the [...]
What are the symptoms of lead poisoning?
Lead poisoning affects young children and pregnant women most severely, and the damage can last the rest of that person’s [...]
What if properties are Leased with an Option to Purchase?
A “lease” is a rental, regardless of whether or not there is an option to purchase. Leased properties that are [...]