Gaithersburg Radon Law

    Adopted November 4, 2024
    Effective January 1, 2025

    Rental property radon testing requirements for properties with 4 or more units

    Gaithersburg Municipal Building

    City Leadership

    Gaithersburg takes action on radon safety

    Key Features

    • 2-year test validity period for rental properties
    • Applies only to rental properties with 4 or more units
    • Mandatory mitigation for levels ≥4.0 pCi/L
    • Same tenant protection rights as county law
    Requirements Summary
    All compliance requirements for Gaithersburg rental properties

    Property Coverage

    • Single-family homes (not covered by this ordinance)
    • Rental properties with 4+ units on ground-contact levels

    Landlord Responsibilities

    • Test before new leases and renewals
    • Mitigation required if ≥4.0 pCi/L
    • Disclose to all tenants within 14 days

    Tenant Protections

    • Lease termination rights if no mitigation in 90 days
    • Must receive "A radon guide for tenants" from landlord
    • 2-year test validity
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