Short answer
Federal rules generally require specific lead information and disclosures for most pre-1978 housing before lease obligation. The EPA provides the official materials.
What to do next
Check the build year and assemble the EPA pamphlet, known-record disclosures and signed acknowledgment before execution.
Save the current lease, dated messages, receipts and any property-specific evidence together. A useful record shows what happened, when it happened and which document or rule you relied on.
Check the source
Rules may change and the right answer can depend on the home, city, lease and timing. Review the current official material before signing, charging a fee, sending a notice or making a legal decision.
EPA — Lead disclosure in housing ↗
Put it into your workflow
A repeatable process turns a one-time answer into a reliable rental record. Capture the action in your property file, assign a follow-up date if needed and make sure any tenant communication matches the signed agreement.
Check the build year and assemble the EPA pamphlet, known-record disclosures and signed acknowledgment before execution.
General information for U.S. landlords, with a Texas focus. This guide is not legal, tax or accounting advice. Consult a qualified professional for your situation.