Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program

The Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program, solicitation number LHC-2600-DC-0013, is a federal grant opportunity administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program provides approximately 239 million dollars to states, Native American Tribes, and local government units to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in eligible privately owned rental or owner-occupied target housing. The primary objective is to protect children under the age of six from lead poisoning. Additionally, Healthy Homes Supplemental funding is available to address other housing hazards that impact occupant health in homes where lead-based paint hazards are being treated. Eligible applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by August 31, 2026, with an anticipated award date of September 21, 2026. The estimated performance period runs from November 2, 2026, to November 1, 2030. Awards are based on a multi-stage review process including a threshold review and a merit review, where applicants must score at least 70 points to be eligible for funding. Evaluation criteria focus on the capacity of the applicant and organizational experience, as well as the justification of need. Required documentation includes a detailed budget worksheet, a drug-free workplace certification, and resumes for key personnel, which must include a Project Director, Program Manager, and Fiscal Officer. Grantees must adhere to strict regulatory standards, including the Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and the Lead Abatement, Inspection and Risk Assessment Rule. Specific mitigation triggers are established for dust lead and soil lead concentrations. Compliance requirements include the Build America, Buy America Act, the Fair Housing Act, and OSHA worker protection guidelines. Furthermore, grantees are required to secure liability insurance for hazard evaluation and control activities and must ensure that all projects undergo a proper environmental review by a designated Responsible Entity.