Renter’s Frequently Asked Questions - Page 2 My landlord has not applied to the program, but my child has an elevated blood level. Can I apply? Why must work be done in my rental unit? Is the removal of lead-based paint hazards required by law? Could I be permanently displaced or have my rent increased? Do I have to participate by giving my documentation? Where do I take my documentation? What documentation do I have to provide? Could I be permanently displaced or have my rent increased? No, tenants will never be permanently displaced from units nor will rent increase.  By law, some tenants will be required to temporarily be moved during construction and will be compensated accordingly. Landlords are not allowed to raise rent by law just because of work done on the apartment units. Please be assured that the owner has no intentions of raising rent in the near future as a result of the work. Your unit will not only be safer as a result of the work, but will look better. Do I have to participate by giving my documentation? After the property owner applies to the program, there is an urgent need for your full participation in the application process so work can begin to remove the hazards. It is essential for renters to provide the required documentation before work can to remove current hazards of lead-based paint in your unit. Where do I take my documentation? Housing Counseling Services or Marshall Heights Community Development Organization will be assigned by the Department of Housing and Community Development to collect all necessary information, the property owner will know which agency has been contracted.   What documentation do I have to provide? Everything from the following list: Last two paycheck stubs for all adults 18 and older in your household; Last two years income tax returns (Federal and local); Birth certificate(s) for all children under six-years-old that live with you or visit your unit on a frequent basis; A copy of photo identification for all adults over 18 years old (Driver’s license or other Government issued ID); Copy of any statement of other income (such as Disability, Social Security, Workman’s Compensation etc.); and One copy of your most recent bank statement. Page 9 of 9      1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9