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Allen vs McKinney

How do lead paint rules compare between Allen, TX and McKinney, TX?

McKinney has fewer restrictions than Allen.

Allen, TX

Collin County

Heavy Restrictions

Federal EPA RRP Rule (40 CFR 745) applies in Allen for any renovation of pre-1978 housing disturbing more than 6 sq ft interior or 20 sq ft exterior of painted surface. Certified firms required.

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McKinney, TX

Collin County

Some Restrictions

Lead-based paint in pre-1978 McKinney homes is governed by federal EPA RRP rules and HUD disclosure requirements; McKinney does not impose additional local lead abatement obligations beyond federal law.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactAllenMcKinney
Pre-1978Triggers RRP-
Threshold6 sq ft interior / 20 sq ft exterior-
State AgencyTX DSHS-
Federal Rule40 CFR 745-
Max Fine37,500 dollars per day-
Federal Law-EPA RRP + HUD 1018
Trigger-Pre-1978 homes
RRP Threshold-6 sf interior / 20 sf ext
State-No additional TX rules
County Health-Collin County

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Allen FAQ

Who enforces this in Allen?

Allen code enforcement at (214) 509-4100 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Allen?

Allen code enforcement at (214) 509-4100 handles complaints.

McKinney FAQ

Who enforces this in McKinney?

McKinney code enforcement at (972) 547-7500 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in McKinney?

McKinney code enforcement at (972) 547-7500 handles complaints.

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