This Lead-Based Paint Disclosure statement is required by Federal Law when selling residential housing built prior to 1978. If the home was constructed PRIOR TO 1978, this form is REQUIRED to be completed and signed by the seller and buyer. If the dwelling was constructed in 1978 or later, this form is not required. If in doubt about the timing of construction, use the disclosure form. Whenever the form is used, the seller must also give the buyer the EPA pamphlet discussed below.
Travis Texas Lead Based Paint Disclosure for Sales Transaction is a legal document designed to inform potential buyers about the presence of lead-based paint in residential properties in Travis County, Texas. This disclosure is mandatory for all residential properties constructed before 1978, as lead-based paint was widely used in housing before it was banned for residential use. The purpose of this disclosure is to protect buyers from potential health hazards associated with lead exposure, particularly for infants, young children, and pregnant women. Lead-based paint, when deteriorating or disturbed, can release toxic lead dust or chips which, if ingested or inhaled, can cause serious health issues. The Travis Texas Lead Based Paint Disclosure for Sales Transaction requires the seller of a property to complete a disclosure form and provide it to potential buyers before the sale is finalized. This disclosure form includes detailed information about the presence of lead-based paint or potential lead hazards in the property. The seller is responsible for disclosing any knowledge or reports regarding lead-based paint in the property, along with any known hazards and preventive measures taken. By signing the Travis Texas Lead Based Paint Disclosure form, the buyer acknowledges and accepts the potential risks associated with lead-based paint in the property. This disclosure gives buyers the opportunity to conduct further inspections or assessments before making a purchasing decision. It is important to note that there are no different types of Travis Texas Lead Based Paint Disclosure for Sales Transaction specific to varying properties. The disclosure requirements remain the same for all residential properties constructed before 1978 in Travis County, Texas. Keywords: Travis Texas, Lead Based Paint Disclosure, Sales Transaction, residential properties, mandatory, health hazards, lead exposure, infants, young children, pregnant women, deteriorating, toxic lead dust, toxic lead chips, ingestion, inhalation, detailed information, potential buyers, finalized sale, disclosure form, seller, known hazards, preventive measures, signing, potential risks, inspections, assessments, purchasing decision, varying properties, disclosure requirements, Travis County.
