Inspections: I have a 5-year-old child. I see paint peeling around the building. Is this a violation?

Yes, if the dwelling was constructed prior to 1978. The McCright and Associates Inspector will cite any surface where the paint has separated from the substrate and is flaking, peeling, chipped, scaling, loose or in any way defective. Those areas will need to be scraped of the loose, offending paint and that surface must be resealed to prevent further paint separation and deterioration. The inspector will cite defective painted surfaces on both the interior and exterior portions of the dwelling, regardless of height or location. The surfaces must be addressed utilizing lead safe work practices and be in accordance to current Repair, Renovating or Painting (RRP) regulations.