Lead-based paint disturbance in Mountain View pre-1978 housing must follow EPA RRP rules and California lead-safe work practices, with disclosure required for rentals and sales.
Homes in Mountain View built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, and any renovation, repair, or painting that disturbs paint must comply with the EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) and California Department of Public Health lead-safe work requirements. Contractors performing such work on pre-1978 housing must be EPA RRP-certified and follow containment, cleanup, and dust sampling procedures. Under California Health and Safety Code 17920.10, lead hazards are classified as substandard conditions. Federal law requires disclosure of known lead-based paint to buyers and tenants of pre-1978 homes and provision of the EPA pamphlet. Property owners who do not address lead hazards can face enforcement and civil liability if children are exposed.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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