Question 10

Provide a lead-based paint disclosure to the tenant.

Before renting an apartment built in 1968, a property manager must provide a lead-based paint disclosure to the tenant, as properties constructed before 1978 are subject to federal regulations regarding lead-based paint hazards.

A) Provide a lead-based paint disclosure to the tenant.

This option is correct because federal law requires that landlords disclose the presence of lead-based paint in properties built before 1978. Since the apartment in question was built in 1968, the property manager is legally obligated to inform potential tenants about the risks associated with lead-based paint.

B) Make sure all elevators are in working order.

While ensuring that elevators are in working order is important for tenant safety, it is not a specific legal requirement related to properties built before 1978 concerning lead-based paint. Therefore, this option does not address the primary concern regarding lead disclosure.

C) Provide a copy of the most recent building inspection report.

Providing a building inspection report may be beneficial for transparency and safety, but it is not mandated by law specifically for apartments built before 1978. The requirement for lead-based paint disclosure takes precedence in this context.

D) Collect a security deposit.

Although collecting a security deposit is a common practice in rental agreements, it is not a requirement linked to the age of the property or lead-based paint regulations. This option does not satisfy the legal obligations concerning lead disclosure for older properties.

Conclusion

The requirement to provide a lead-based paint disclosure is crucial for properties constructed before 1978, including those built in 1968. While other options may involve important aspects of property management, they do not specifically address the legal obligations related to lead-based paint. Thus, option A is the only correct answer in this context.