Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Grant Program

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Program

Welcome to a Healthier, Safer Community

The City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD) is proud to introduce the Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Program. This initiative is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and aims to protect our community by reducing lead-related hazards in homes across Atlanta, particularly in the Westside Promise Zone (WPZ).

Program Goals

• Build safer homes by reducing lead exposure in housing built before 1978.
• Educate residents about the risks of lead exposure and preventive measures.
• Train contractors and city staff in lead-safe practices.
• Provide resources and support to families with young children and expecting mothers.

Why Lead Hazard Reduction Matters

• Protecting Children: Lead exposure can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems in children under six.
• Safeguarding Expecting Mothers: Lead can impact pregnancy, leading to complications like preterm birth or low birth weight.
• Healthier Homes: Removing lead hazards creates a safer living environment for all residents.

What Projects Will Be Undertaken? 

Home Assessments and Remediation

• Conducting lead inspections and risk assessments in older homes.
• Implementing lead-safe renovations to eliminate hazards, such as stabilizing paint and soil abatement.

Community Outreach and Education

• Hosting quarterly informational fairs, workshops, and door-to-door campaigns to spread awareness.
• Providing bilingual educational materials for diverse communities.

Training and Workforce Development

• Offering HUD-approved training courses for contractors and city staff.
• Subsidizing certification fees for low-income individuals seeking to become lead-safe practitioners.

Partnership Building

• Collaborating with local schools, health clinics, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to extend program impact.
• Engaging community members to identify needs and create tailored solutions.

Who Is Eligible?

• Families with children under six or expecting mothers.
• Residents in the WPZ neighborhoods, including Ashview Heights, Castleberry Hill, English Avenue, Vine City, and Atlanta University Center.
• Low-income households living in privately-owned rentals or owner-occupied homes built before 1978.

How to Get Involved

• Residents: Schedule a free lead inspection or join an educational workshop once available.
• Contractors: Enroll in lead-safe training programs to gain certification once available.
• Community Partners: Collaborate with us to spread awareness and engage residents.

Key Benefits

• Safer Homes: Reduced lead exposure creates healthier living spaces.
• Community Empowerment: Access to resources and education equips families to maintain lead-free homes.
• Workforce Opportunities: Certification programs open doors for local contractors and practitioners.

Contact Us

The program is conducting a survey as part of ongoing research and is seeking participants who are parents or guardians with children under 6 in their homes within the Westside Promise Zone neighborhoods, including Ashview Heights, Castleberry Hill, English Avenue, Vine City, and Atlanta University Center. To register for the survey or receive more information, please send an email to the address below.

For more information or to participate in the program:

City of Atlanta Department of Grants and Community Development

• Email: leadhazard@atlantaga.gov

Let’s work together to create a lead-safe Atlanta for our families and future generations!