Lead Paint Risk in Des Plaines, IL
70.6%Pre-1978 Housing
16,933Pre-1978 Units
23,973Total Housing Units
HighRisk Level
How Des Plaines Compares
What This Means for Des Plaines Residents
Des Plaines has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (70.6%). Most homes in this area predate the federal lead paint ban. If you live in an older home, a professional lead paint inspection is strongly recommended — especially if young children are present.
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