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Lead Paint: Florin vs Sacramento

How do lead paint rules compare between Florin, CA and Sacramento, CA?

Florin and Sacramento have similar restriction levels.

Florin, CA

Sacramento County

Heavy Restrictions

Sacramento County enforces CA HSC 17920.10 (lead hazard as substandard housing) and federal EPA RRP Rule for renovations in pre-1978 homes.

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Sacramento, CA

Sacramento County

Heavy Restrictions

Sacramento enforces federal and California lead-based paint rules for pre-1978 housing, including disclosure to tenants and buyers, EPA Renovation Repair and Painting certification for renovators, and Sacramento County Public Health follow-up on elevated child blood lead cases.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactFlorinSacramento
Pre-1978Disclosure required-
State CodeHSC 17920.10-
Federal RuleEPA RRP 40 CFR 745-
RRP Trigger6 sf interior / 20 sf ext-
Certified FirmRequired for paid work-
Federal law-EPA RRP rule
State law-HSC 17920.10
Disclosure-Pre-1978 housing
Local lead-County Public Health

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Florin FAQ

Can I renovate my pre-1978 home myself?

Owner-occupants can work on their own home without RRP certification, but rental property owners must use certified firms.

What if my child tests positive for lead?

Contact Sacramento County Environmental Management and CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch for home inspection.

Sacramento FAQ

Do I need to test my Sacramento home for lead paint?

Testing is not required, but pre-1978 owners must disclose known lead and presume lead is present unless tested. Tenants and buyers must receive the federal lead pamphlet before sale or lease.

What if my child has elevated blood lead?

Sacramento County Public Health can investigate the home, issue abatement notices, and coordinate medical case management. Landlords face referrals to code enforcement if lead hazards are not corrected.

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