Do you own pre-1978 rental property? Beware of federal and state lead renovation, repair and painting rules
Portsmouth Herald
Earlier this year, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) Region 01 notified the public about an initiative to increase compliance with federal lead paint regulations in New Hampshire in an effort to prevent childhood lead poisoning.
If you own rental property constructed before 1978 you must presume that the property contains harmful lead-based paint (“LBP”) and you must comply with federal, State, and local lead laws, including the EPA’s Lead Disclosure Rule. Additionally, if you are planning maintenance, repair, or construction work in a pre-1978 residential building, you are required to comply the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (“RRP”) Rule.
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