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Boynton Beach vs West Palm Beach

How do lead paint rules compare between Boynton Beach, FL and West Palm Beach, FL?

Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach have similar restriction levels.

Boynton Beach, FL

Palm Beach County

Some Restrictions

Pre-1978 Boynton Beach homes are subject to the federal EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule. Contractors disturbing lead paint must be EPA Lead-Safe certified. Florida DOH enforces child lead poisoning prevention.

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West Palm Beach, FL

Palm Beach County

Some Restrictions

Lead paint in West Palm Beach housing is regulated by federal EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule for pre-1978 homes. FL Department of Health enforces lead-based paint hazard rules. Disclosure required at sale or rental of pre-1978 properties under federal law.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBoynton BeachWest Palm Beach
Federal RuleEPA RRP 40 CFR 745-
Pre-1978Houses affected-
Disclosure42 USC ยง4852d42 USC ยง4852d at sale/rental
CertificationLead-Safe firmsEPA Lead-Safe Certified renovator
State AgencyFL DOH trackingFL Dept of Health
Federal Law-EPA RRP Rule pre-1978
Threshold-6 sq ft interior, 20 sq ft exterior

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Boynton Beach FAQ

Who enforces this in Boynton Beach?

Boynton Beach code enforcement at (561) 742-6780 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Boynton Beach?

Boynton Beach code enforcement at (561) 742-6780 handles complaints.

West Palm Beach FAQ

Who enforces this in West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach code enforcement at (561) 822-1300 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach code enforcement at (561) 822-1300 handles complaints.

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