What must sale contracts and leases include regarding lead-based paint?

Sale contracts and leases must include a lead-based paint warning and disclosure due to the potential health risks associated with lead exposure, particularly in homes built before 1978. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) established regulations that require landlords and sellers to disclose any known lead-based paint hazards to prospective tenants or buyers. This includes providing an informational pamphlet about lead poisoning prevention, ensuring that the parties involved are fully aware of the risks. By mandating such disclosures, the regulations aim to protect vulnerable populations, especially children, from the harmful effects of lead. Ensuring this warning and disclosure is included reflects a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance in real estate transactions.