San Antonio follows federal EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule requirements for lead paint in pre-1978 structures. Texas DSHS administers lead abatement licensing. Landlords must disclose known lead paint hazards to tenants. San Antonio's Development Services Department enforces building code compliance including lead-safe work practices.
Federal EPA 40 CFR Part 745 (the RRP Rule) requires that renovations disturbing more than 6 square feet of interior or 20 square feet of exterior lead-based paint in pre-1978 housing must be performed by EPA-certified renovators using lead-safe work practices. Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) administers lead abatement licensing under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 1672. All lead abatement workers, supervisors, and inspectors must hold DSHS-issued credentials. Federal law (42 USC 4852d) requires landlords and sellers to disclose known lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards and provide the EPA pamphlet 'Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home' before lease signing or sale. San Antonio's Development Services Department enforces compliance through building inspections. The San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (SAMHD) provides lead testing referrals and community health programs. The city adopted the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments through Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances.
Federal RRP violations: fines up to $37,500/day per violation. Texas DSHS license violations: administrative penalties. Disclosure violations: treble damages in civil suits.
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