# D.C. Code § 8-231.02: Prohibitions

> District of Columbia · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.02

## Section

- **Citation:** D.C. Code § 8-231.02
- **Heading:** Prohibitions
- **Jurisdiction:** District of Columbia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** DC Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2A / § 8-231.02

## Text

(a) All dwelling units, common areas of multifamily properties, and child-occupied facilities constructed prior to 1978 shall be maintained free of lead-based paint hazards.
(b) No person shall apply a lead-based paint or glaze to any surface, including the interior and exterior surfaces, of any residential, public, or commercial building, bridge, or other structure or superstructure, or on any paved surface.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the District government may deny any license, registration, or permit relating to the use or occupancy of a child-occupied facility or dwelling unit to an owner of that property if the owner is in violation of this subchapter.

## Nearby sections

- [D.C. Code § 8-231.01 § 8-231.01. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.02 § 8-231.02. Prohibitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.02.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.03 § 8-231.03. Risk reduction of lead-based paint hazards.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.03.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.04 § 8-231.04. Disclosure and risk reduction requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.04.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.05 § 8-231.05. Right of entry, inspections, analyses, corrective actions, and notices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.05.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.06 § 8-231.06. Tenant provision of access to dwelling unit.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.06.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.07 § 8-231.07. Prohibition against retaliation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.07.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.08 § 8-231.08. Property owner’s concurrent obligations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.08.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.09 § 8-231.09. Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.09.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.09a § 8-231.09a. Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.09a.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.10 § 8-231.10. Certification requirements for individuals and business entities conducting lead-based paint activities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.10.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.11 § 8-231.11. Work practice standards.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.11.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.12 § 8-231.12. Accreditation of training providers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.12.md)
- [D.C. Code § 8-231.13 § 8-231.13. Record keeping and disclosure requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T8_C2A_S8-231.13.md)

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