Free tool · NJ & Philadelphia

Lead certificate tracker

Turnovers are where lead certificates catch owners off guard. Enter the issue date and we'll show you what's coming.

Where is the rental?

New JerseyPre-1978 rentals PhiladelphiaBuilt before March 1978

Certificate type

Lead-safe Lead-free

Date the certificate was issued

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The rules behind the dates

• New Jersey: lead-safe certificates are valid for two years. Units are inspected every three years or at tenant turnover, whichever is earlier, and a valid certificate covers a turnover (NJ DCA). NJ guide
• Philadelphia: lead-safe certificates completed after February 1, 2020 are valid for four years. Lead-free certificates don't expire (Philadelphia Lead and Healthy Homes Program). Philadelphia guide

A planning aid, not legal advice. Your town or the City may have additional steps; confirm with them.