Phoenix follows federal EPA lead-based paint disclosure rules for pre-1978 housing. Phoenix City Code Section 39-6 requires building exteriors to be maintained free of deteriorated paint that creates lead hazards.
Phoenix enforces federal EPA lead-based paint regulations under 40 CFR 745 (RRP Rule) and HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule (24 CFR Part 35). Landlords and sellers of pre-1978 housing must disclose known lead-based paint hazards and provide the EPA pamphlet. Renovation contractors disturbing more than 6 square feet of lead paint must be EPA-certified. Phoenix City Code Section 39-6 requires building and structure exteriors to be maintained in good repair, including paint — deteriorated lead paint must be remediated. Arizona does not have a state-specific lead paint certification law beyond federal requirements. The Maricopa County Environmental Services Department handles environmental complaints including lead paint concerns. For city-funded housing projects, HUD lead-safe requirements apply. The Arizona Department of Health Services provides information on childhood lead poisoning prevention.
Federal EPA penalties up to $37,500+ per day for RRP violations. Failure to disclose lead hazards may result in treble damages. Property maintenance code violations under Section 39-6 carry fines after notice to abate.
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