HUD HUD Environmental Hazards and Site Assessment

Question 1

Under HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule (24 CFR Part 35), which of the following properties is exempt from lead-based paint requirements?

Accepted Answer

Housing built in 1978 or later

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Housing built before 1978 receiving federal assistance

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All HUD-assisted multifamily housing

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Housing occupied by families with children under 6

Question 2

What is 'paint stabilization' as required under HUD's lead-based paint rule?

Accepted Answer

Repairing deteriorated paint including the substrate and applying intact paint or covering the surface

Answer

Adding fresh paint over all surfaces in a pre-1978 home

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Chemically treating lead paint to prevent dust formation

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Encapsulating all painted surfaces with a plastic barrier

Question 3

Under HUD environmental review requirements, what is a 'floodplain' designation concern for HUD-assisted projects?

Accepted Answer

Projects in 100-year floodplains require HUD approval and mitigation or must demonstrate a compelling need for the floodplain location

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Floodplain designation automatically disqualifies a property from HUD assistance

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Floodplain concerns are only relevant for coastal properties

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Floodplain issues are handled solely by FEMA, not HUD

Question 4

A HUD environmental review identifies a property within 1,000 feet of a highway. Which environmental concern is primarily triggered?

Accepted Answer

Noise and air quality impacts on future occupants

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Seismic risk assessment

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Wetlands mitigation requirements

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Coastal barrier resource restrictions

Question 5

Under HUD's Healthy Homes program, which of the following is considered a primary housing-based health hazard?

Accepted Answer

Excessive moisture leading to mold growth

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Neighbors with pets

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Lack of a garage

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Absence of a second bathroom

Question 6

What action does HUD require when a risk assessment identifies lead hazards in an occupied HUD-assisted pre-1978 home?

Accepted Answer

Interim controls or abatement within 30 days, with safe work practices and clearance testing

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Immediate permanent relocation of all occupants

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Painting over all surfaces within 90 days

Answer

No action unless a child under 6 has an elevated blood lead level