A Consent Decree was filed in the U.S. District Court in Michigan on behalf of EPA and HUD, announcing a settlement against Jose and Guillermina Sierra, for failing to inform tenants of the potential hazards of lead-based paint in their homes as required by Section 1018 of the Lead Disclosure Rule. The Sierras have agreed to pay a penalty in the amount of $6,000. In addition to paying a penalty, the Sierras have also agreed to test all of their properties (a total 67 units) for lead-based paint hazards and perform lead-based paint hazard reduction work. The work performed includes window replacement, abatement of all friction and impact surfaces, and additional interim controls in all residential units. The estimated cost to complete the hazard reduction work will be approximately $350,000.