The City of Haverhill Community Development Department was awarded a $2,434,342 Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control. The LHR Grant Program (CFDA 14.900) provides funding to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in privately-owned rental and owner-occupied housing where children under six years old reside, particularly in low-income and minority neighborhoods with pre-1960 construction.
Under this three-year project, the City of Haverhill will utilize cost-effective lead hazard control methods, build local capacity for lead-safe work practices, and develop community-based approaches to address housing-related health and safety hazards. Key activities include conducting lead inspections, risk assessments, implementing interim controls, and performing abatement in eligible housing units. The grant also supports targeted outreach, education, and affirmative marketing to ensure lead-safe units are prioritized for families with young children.
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