Illinois Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Illinois Department of Public Health
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Illinois Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in its DeKalb, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
State-funded program to remove lead-based paint hazards from homes built before 1978 where children under 6 reside or spend significant time. Services provided at no cost to qualifying households.
Full cost of lead hazard remediation covered by grant
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for DeKalb, IL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Free lead hazard removal for qualifying homes
- Home must be built before 1978
- Child under 6 must reside or visit regularly
- Income at or below 80% AMI
- Includes repainting, window replacement, abatement
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
The Illinois Department of Public Health works to eliminate childhood lead poisoning through testing, case management, and lead hazard reduction, focused on homes built before 1978 where a young child lives. Services are delivered through local health departments, so you apply and are assessed locally, often after a child's blood lead test comes back elevated.
Steps to apply
- Have young children in the home tested for lead by your doctor or local health department.
- Contact your local health department's lead program (the state delegates services to them).
- Ask for a home lead inspection or risk assessment if a child has an elevated blood lead level or your home is pre-1978.
- Work with the local program on the lead hazard reduction steps it identifies.
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own or rent and live in the home (built before 1978).
- Information about any child under age 6 in the home, including blood lead test results if available.
- Proof of household income (some local programs are income-based).
- A government-issued photo ID.
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Ongoing while funds available
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Illinois Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in DeKalb?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Illinois Lead Poisoning Prevention Program in DeKalb, IL?
Confirm the application route directly with Illinois Department of Public Health; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (217) 782-3517. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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