Columbus vs Grove City
How do lead paint rules compare between Columbus, OH and Grove City, OH?
Columbus and Grove City have similar restriction levels.
Columbus, OH
Franklin County
Columbus Housing Code (Title 45) requires removal of lead-bearing substances in a safe manner. Ohio follows the federal EPA RRP Rule requiring certified renovators for work disturbing lead paint in pre-1978 housing. Columbus City Health Department tracks childhood lead poisoning cases.
View full Columbus rules →Grove City, OH
Franklin County
Grove City follows Ohio Department of Health lead hazard rules under ORC Chapter 3742 and federal EPA RRP Rule. Pre-1978 homes undergoing renovation disturbing painted surfaces require EPA-certified RRP contractors.
View full Grove City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Columbus | Grove City |
|---|---|---|
| City Code | Columbus Title 45 Housing Code | - |
| Federal Rule | EPA RRP (40 CFR 745) | - |
| Threshold | 6 sq ft interior / 20 sq ft exterior | 6 sq ft interior disturbance |
| Disclosure | Required for pre-1978 rentals | Required sale/lease |
| State Code | OAC Chapter 3701-32 | - |
| State Law | - | ORC Chapter 3742 |
| Federal | - | EPA RRP Rule |
| Applies To | - | Pre-1978 housing |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Columbus FAQ
Do I need a certified contractor for renovation work in my older Columbus home?
If your home was built before 1978 and the work disturbs more than 6 square feet of interior paint or 20 square feet of exterior paint, you must use an EPA RRP-certified renovator with lead-safe work practices.
Where do I report lead paint concerns in Columbus?
Contact Columbus Public Health (Columbus City Health Department) for lead poisoning concerns or housing lead hazard complaints.
Grove City FAQ
Who enforces this in Grove City?
Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Grove City?
Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.
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