What types of properties are exempt from the requirements of the New Jersey Residential Lead Paint Hazard Act?

Housing built after 1978 is exempt from the requirements of the New Jersey Residential Lead Paint Hazard Act because this legislation specifically targets properties that were constructed prior to that year. The act is designed to protect children and families from potential lead paint hazards that were commonly used in residential properties before regulations were established to prohibit its use. Properties constructed after 1978 do not have lead paint, making them inherently safer and thus not subject to the act's requirements. This exemption is essential for delineating which properties require lead paint hazard management and which do not, ensuring that resources are allocated to buildings that may still pose risks due to historical lead paint usage.