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  • Recommendation Number: 2026-FW-1001-001-C
  • Status: Open
  • Date Issued: January 15, 2026

Abate or implement interim control measures to reduce the risk of exposure to lead-based paint hazards identified through risk assessments.

Publication Report

2026-FW-1001 | January 15, 2026

The Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration Has Not Adequately Managed Lead-Based Paint in Its Public Housing

We audited the Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration’s management of lead‐based paint in its public housing program based on our assessment of the risks of lead‐based paint in public housing.  The risk factors assessed included the age of… more

Related Recommendations

Public and Indian Housing

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    Status
      Open
      Closed
    2026-FW-1001-001-A

    Conduct risk assessments in public housing without adequate lead-based paint inspection documentation to ascertain the existence of lead-based paint hazards.

  •  
    Status
      Open
      Closed
    2026-FW-1001-001-B

    Conduct lead-based paint inspections at public housing abated through removal methods where an abatement report is unavailable to ensure that units are “lead-free.”

  •  
    Status
      Open
      Closed
    2026-FW-1001-001-D

    Implement an ongoing maintenance program for lead-based paint to ensure unabated and “lead-safe” units remain hazard free.

  •  
    Status
      Open
      Closed
    2026-FW-1001-001-E

    Implement adequate policies and procedures regarding the management of lead-based paint in its public housing, including maintaining adequate records, completing interim controls, and conducting ongoing maintenance for lead-based paint hazards.