Get the Lead Out!

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We are working to end childhood lead poisoning in Grand Rapids. That is why we offer property owners up to $20,000 in assistance to remove lead hazards from their homes.

Eligible Homes

  • Located in the City of Grand Rapids
  • Built before 1978
  • Owner-occupied homes or one- to four-unit rental properties
  • Vacant rental units may also qualify

There are different eligibility requirements for homeowners and landlords. You can see these guidelines below.

 

Homeowner Eligibility

  • Own and occupy the home
  • Household income is within Annual Income Limits
  • A child under age 6 or a pregnant woman lives in the home, or a child under age 6 receives childcare in the home

Think you qualify? We have application instructions to walk you through the process.

Apply Online

Landlord Eligibility

  • Tenant household income is within Annual Income Limits
  • Tenant households include a child under the age of six or a pregnant mother
  • All past-due debt to the City (taxes, fines, fees) are paid
  • Pay a co-pay or 10% of the cost to remove the lead (minimum co-pay is $300)
  • Properties must be marketed to families with young children, at affordable rents for at least 3 years after the work is done
  • Landlords or their staff must become EPA-Certified Renovators.  If you need this training, call the Rental Property Owners Association at 616-454-3385.

Think you qualify? We have application instructions to walk you through the process.

Apply Online

Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan

Phone: 616-241-3300 ext. 306
www.gettheleadoutgr.com

Kent County Health Department

Phone: 616-632-7058
www.accesskent.com/Health

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Phone: 517-335-8885
www.michigan.gov/lead

The National Lead Information Center

Phone: 800-424-5323
www.epa.gov/lead

Contact Us

Community Development

 

Email

lhcp@grcity.us

 

Phone

616-456-3030

Lead Safe Homes

The housing units included on this list have had all lead hazards controlled. They were certified lead safe as of the date of the Clearance Exam.

Lead Safe Homes Registry

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