New Paint Rule for Pre-1978 Properties
Effective April 22, 2010, for all pre-1978 properties, painter must be EPA trained and certified. Painter must also provide the homeowner or occupant (tenant) with an EPA pamphlet entitled “Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools.”
Exceptions are :
- If the property is painted by the homeowner
- Repairs disturb less than 6 sq ft of painted surface per intioer room
- Repairs disturb less than 20 sq ft of painted surface on the exterior.
