Lead Safe Housing
Home Renovation:
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Beginning on July 6th, all contractors performing renovation, repair or painting work in homes built before 1978 must follow lead-safe work practice requirements.
A new EPA rule removes a provision from existing regulations that allowed owner-occupants of pre-1978 homes to "opt-out" of having their contractors follow lead-safe work practices if there were no children under six years of age in the home.
Improper renovations in older homes can create lead hazards resulting in harmful health effects for residents and visitors in these homes, regardless of age. Lead-safe renovations will result in better protection of children and adult occupants during and after renovation, repair and painting projects.
For more renovation information, learn how to Renovate Right (DHS).
