West Valley City defers to federal lead-paint disclosure (42 USC §4852d) for pre-1978 housing. Sellers and landlords must provide the EPA lead pamphlet, disclose known hazards, and allow 10-day inspection. RRP certification required for renovations disturbing >6 sq ft.
Federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (42 USC §4852d) and 24 CFR §35 require sellers of any pre-1978 residential property to: (1) provide the EPA/HUD pamphlet 'Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home'; (2) disclose any known lead-based paint or hazards; (3) give buyers a 10-day window to conduct lead risk assessment; (4) include a Lead Warning Statement in contracts. Landlords face identical requirements at lease signing and renewal. EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) rule (40 CFR §745) requires EPA-certified firms for any paid renovation disturbing more than 6 sq ft interior or 20 sq ft exterior in pre-1978 housing. Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) administers federal lead program; West Valley City has no supplemental ordinance. Violations carry civil penalties up to $21,916 per violation (2024 FCPIA adjustment).
Federal civil penalty up to $21,916 per violation (disclosure failure). Treble damages available to injured buyers/tenants in private lawsuits. RRP violations: up to $49,739 per day per violation.
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