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Paying for deleading

Massachusetts helps owners pay for deleading through a tax credit and assistance programs.

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Updated November 1, 2026. General information only, not legal, engineering, or insurance advice.

The tax credit

  • Full deleading: up to $3,000 per unit
  • Interim control: half the cost, up to $1,000
  • Increased amounts effective for tax year 2023
  • Unused credit carries forward up to 7 years
  • Claimed with Schedule LP

Financial assistance

Mass.gov lists programs that offer loans and grants for deleading. See the official page for current options.

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Lead paint FAQ

Does interim control qualify for the credit?

Yes, half the cost up to $1,000.

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