Folsom follows California Health & Safety Code §17920.10 and EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair and Painting) rules for pre-1978 homes. Contractors disturbing more than 6 sq ft interior or 20 sq ft exterior painted surfaces must be EPA-certified and use lead-safe practices.
Federal TSCA §402/406 and the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule (40 CFR §745) require firms performing renovation, repair, or painting work in pre-1978 homes or child-occupied facilities to be EPA Lead-Safe Certified. Work disturbing more than 6 square feet of painted surface per room interior, 20 square feet exterior, or window replacement triggers the rule. Certified renovators must: distribute EPA Renovate Right pamphlet; contain work area; use HEPA vacuums; minimize dust; clean thoroughly; verify cleanup. California Health & Safety Code §17920.10 declares lead-based paint hazards a substandard building condition subject to abatement. CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch oversees certification. Real estate disclosure per federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (42 USC §4852d) requires sellers/landlords of pre-1978 housing to disclose known lead paint. Violations: EPA fines up to $37,500+ per violation.
Non-certified renovation of pre-1978 home: EPA fines up to $37,500/day per violation. Failure to disclose: federal civil penalty + triple damages to buyer.
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