Obtain lead-based paint risk assessments for the five developments for which hazard reduction work was completed and perform the required reevaluations.
Publication Report
2024-CH-1003 | August 20, 2024
The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles Did Not Adequately Manage Lead-Based Paint in Its Public Housing Units
We audited the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles’ management of lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards in its public housing units. We selected the Authority based on our assessment of the risks of lead‐based paint in public… moreRelated Recommendations
Public and Indian Housing
- Status2024-CH-1003-001-AOpenClosed
Implement procedures and controls to ensure that visual assessments for lead-based paint are completed at least every 12 months.
- Status2024-CH-1003-001-BOpenClosed
Implement procedures and controls to ensure that risk assessments and reevaluations are conducted in accordance with HUD’s requirements.
- Status2024-CH-1003-001-DOpenClosed
Determine whether the remaining five developments (Imperial Courts, Mar Vista Gardens, Nickerson Gardens, Ramona Gardens, and Rancho San Pedro) have deteriorated paint and if so, obtain lead-based paint risk assessments and reevaluations when applicable.
- Status2024-CH-1003-001-EOpenClosed
Coordinate with HUD’s Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes to obtain training for the Authority’s employees responsible for managing lead-based paint on the management of lead-based paint, including the requirements for visual assessments, risk assessments, reevaluations, and hazard reduction.