Dublin follows federal EPA RRP Rule and Ohio Department of Health lead regulations for properties built before 1978. Contractors performing renovations must be EPA RRP certified. Ohio has a robust lead poisoning prevention program with mandatory abatement in cases of child lead poisoning.
Federal Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (EPA RRP, 40 CFR 745) applies in Dublin: contractors working on pre-1978 homes must be RRP certified, use lead-safe work practices, contain dust, provide the EPA Renovate Right pamphlet to owners and occupants, and keep records for 3 years. Ohio Administrative Code 3701-30 governs lead abatement by licensed professionals. When a child under 6 tests with elevated blood lead levels (5+ mcg/dL), Ohio Department of Health can order lead hazard inspections and require abatement. Seller/landlord disclosure of known lead hazards is required under 42 USC 4852d. Most Dublin housing stock is newer than 1978 (rapid post-1980 growth), limiting lead exposure, but older areas like Historic Dublin face more risk.
EPA RRP violations: up to $37,500 per day federal penalty. Ohio abatement order non-compliance: misdemeanor, $1,000 per day. Failure to disclose known lead: triple damages plus attorney fees under federal law.
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