Lead hazard reduction demonstration grant program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control awarded County Of Knox $3.8 million on March 16, 2026, under the Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (CFDA 14.900) to conduct lead-based paint hazard identification and control in privately-owned rental and owner-occupied housing units serving low- and very-low income families.

The award funds targeted lead hazard control efforts in pre-1960 housing units, with particular focus on pre-1940 construction where children under age six face the greatest risk of lead poisoning. Knox County will implement cost-effective lead hazard control methods and build local capacity by training and certifying individuals and firms to address lead hazards safely during lead hazard control, renovation, remodeling, and maintenance activities. The program supports development of comprehensive, community-based approaches integrating lead hazard work within broader local initiatives through public and private partnerships that address housing-related health and safety hazards serving low-income families with children under six.

Performance occurs in Knoxville, Tennessee, with an ultimate completion date of March 16, 2030. The award represents a project grant assistance type with a 42-month performance period.