Babylon, NY Building Safety: Lead Paint (2026)
Key Facts
- Federal Law
- EPA RRP Rule 40 CFR 745
- State Law
- 10 NYCRR Part 67
- Pre-1978
- Applies
- Max Penalty
- 37500 dollars/day federal
- Enforcement
- Suffolk DOH
Summary
Babylon pre-1978 housing subject to federal EPA RRP Rule and NY Title 10 NYCRR Part 67 Lead Poisoning Prevention. Rental property owners must disclose known lead hazards and provide EPA pamphlet. Suffolk County Health Dept enforces abatement when child lead poisoning identified.
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Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Program
Under the RRP Rule, firms that perform RRP projects that disturb lead-based paint in housing or child-occupied facilities built before 1978 must be trained and certified in lead-safe work practices.
Full Breakdown
Federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (42 USC 4851) and EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (40 CFR 745) apply to pre-1978 housing renovations disturbing 6+ sq ft interior or 20+ sq ft exterior. EPA certified firms required. NY Public Health Law Title X and 10 NYCRR Part 67 require lead poisoning reporting to Suffolk County Department of Health. When a child has elevated blood lead level (5+ mcg/dL), DOH inspects and can order abatement. Landlord disclosure (federal Title X) required at lease signing: EPA pamphlet, disclosure form, known hazards.
Violations & Fines
Federal RRP violations: EPA penalties up to 37500 dollars per day per violation. Disclosure failures: 11000 dollars per unit. NY abatement order non-compliance: 10 NYCRR civil penalties, potential criminal charges under Public Health Law.
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