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The NYS Rental Registry requires many New York landlords—especially in Erie County and Buffalo—to register properties, complete lead inspections, and address hazards before exposure occurs. Learn who qualifies, what’s required, and how to stay compliant while protecting your investment.

Many New York landlords are being told to treat deteriorated paint as lead-based without proper testing—especially under the NYS Rental Registry in areas like Erie County. While this may seem like the safest approach, it can lead to unnecessary remediation costs and over-compliance. In this blog, we break down why assuming lead-based paint is present can be inefficient, how testing provides clarity, and what landlords should do to stay compliant while avoiding unnecessary expenses.