Pre-1978 housing in Boulder is subject to federal RRP and disclosure rules, with Boulder rental-licensing inspectors flagging chipping or deteriorated paint as habitability defects under SmartRegs and the city's housing code.
Lead-based paint regulation in Boulder layers federal EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rules and HUD disclosure requirements with city rental-licensing inspections. Contractors disturbing paint in pre-1978 dwellings must be EPA-certified and follow lead-safe work practices. Landlords must provide the federal lead pamphlet and disclosure form. Boulder rental inspectors can flag deteriorated paint as a habitability deficiency; certificate of occupancy or rental license may be withheld until repaired. Boulder County Public Health partners on case investigation when blood-lead levels in children prompt environmental review.
EPA RRP fines for uncertified contractors; city rental-license suspension for unaddressed deteriorated paint; Boulder County Public Health remediation orders if a child's elevated blood lead is traced to the unit.
See how Boulder's lead paint rules stack up against other locations.
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