Peoria City/County Health Dept: Lead Hazard Removal Program

Phone: 309-679-6612

Peoria City/County Health Department has funding from the Peoria County Board for a Lead Hazard Removal Program. Guidelines for the program include lead paint removal from homes in Peoria County built prior to 1978, with a pregnant woman or a child under age 6 with lead levels. Examples of lead removal might include replacement of windows, doors, and/or exterior siding that contain lead.

Program Requirements for Occupied Properties:

1. Peoria County residence
2. Single family residence built prior to 1978
3. Pregnant woman and/or child under age 6 with lead poisoning
4. Resident(s) Income Eligible based on HUD guidelines
5. Property Taxes current
6. Historical, Flood Plain clearance
7. Current Homeowners' Insurance
8. Proof of Ownership (Recorded Deed)
9. 3 year occupancy requirement following mitigation work

10. Forgivable contract after 3 years

Rental Properties:

Rental property owners must meet all of the above requirements in addition to:
11.    15% owner match contribution

Examples of possible lead
hazard removal projects

Before Lead Hazard Removal Program

After Lead Hazard Removal Program

Dale Clarkson
Lead Hazard Removal Program Manager
Peoria City/County Health Department
309-679-6612

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