Environmental
A property management company managing an older Chicago apartment building should be aware that under Chicago's lead ordinance, units with paint from before 1978 require:
AComplete lead paint removal before occupancy
BDisclosure to tenants, lead paint hazard evaluation, and in some cases interim controls or abatement✓ Correct
CAnnual testing for lead in the water only
DInstallation of lead-proof wallpaper over all painted surfaces
Explanation
Chicago's Residential Lead Ordinance imposes lead paint disclosure obligations, requires evaluation of lead paint hazards, and may require interim controls (encapsulation) or full abatement depending on the condition of the paint and the presence of children under 6. These are in addition to federal lead paint disclosure requirements.
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