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New Member Orientation 7/21/10     Joe DosSantos, Juliana Rioux, Sophia Metaxes, Geri Greco, Jennifer Luis & Kathleen Schell

Information for REALTORS and Property Management Firms Regarding the EPA’s Rules Governing; Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting 

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule governing the work of professional remodelers in homes where there is lead-based paint took effect April 22, 2010 Earth Day.

The rule addresses remodeling and renovation projects disturbing more than six square feet of potentially contaminated painted surfaces for all residential and multifamily structures built prior to 1978 that are inhabited or frequented by pregnant women and children under the age of six.

REALTORS® and property managers should make themselves aware of the requirements in the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule. EPA is working closely with the National Association of REALTORS® to make REALTORS® and property managers aware of the hazards of lead paint poisoning and ways to prevent it, and the association has developed a series of guidance videos aimed at REALTORS® and property managers:The videos include guidance and advice on REALTOR® responsibility in light of the new requirements for remodelers: Here are links too 3 of the videos

Click here to watch: Lead Paint Renovation Rule: Information for Real Estate Professionals 

Click here to watch: Lead Paint Renovation Rule Compliance Guide: Real Estate Agents' and Brokers FAQ

 

Click here to watch: Lead Paint Compliance Guide: Property Managers' FAQ

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Click here for EPA Concerns & Sources Dealing With Lead

Click here for more information on EPA Renovation Requirements

Click here to read: What Remodelers Need to Know About the EPA's Lead Paint Rule

 
 
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