# Regulation .10 Presence of a Person or Animal During Abatement.

Current through 2026-01-20. Source: COBRA Register Volume 04, Issue 02. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## Regulation .10 Presence of a Person or Animal During Abatement.

Balt., Md., COBRA § 13.02.01.10 (2026)

A. An owner or operator shall inform an occupant or tenant of health hazards to a person or animal associated with lead abatement.

B. If the property is a rental dwelling, an owner or operator shall:

  (1) Immediately secure a temporary lead-safe or lead-free residence for the tenant; and

  (2) Pay the tenants’ reasonable relocation expenses until the Commissioner verifies that abatement is completed.

C. A tenant may not return to the property until abatement is completed in accordance with federal and state requirements and <cite data-path="13.02.01.10">this regulation</cite>.