Federal EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule and HUD lead-disclosure rules apply to Denver pre-1978 rentals. Colorado C.R.S. §25-5-1102 supports state lead programs. Denver requires lead-safe work practices and disclosure for all pre-1978 housing.
Most Denver residential lead-hazard regulation flows from federal law because Colorado has not adopted a stricter local regime. The federal Lead Disclosure Rule (24 CFR 35) requires landlords selling or leasing pre-1978 housing to disclose known lead-based paint hazards, provide the EPA pamphlet, and include a lead warning in contracts. The EPA RRP Rule requires certified firms and lead-safe work practices for any renovation disturbing 6+ sf interior or 20+ sf exterior in pre-1978 housing. Colorado C.R.S. §25-5-1102 et seq. directs the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) to oversee lead-poisoning prevention, including childhood blood-lead reporting. Denver Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE) responds to complaints under DRMC chapter 24 and habitability rules in chapter 27.
EPA Lead Disclosure Rule violations carry civil penalties up to $20,000 plus triple damages to tenants. RRP work without certification reaches $46,989 per day. Denver habitability violations under DRMC chapter 27 add $999 daily fines.
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