Laws & Regulations
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Lead (Pb) Air Quality Standards - Documents Prior to Review Completed in 2008
Documents Prior to Review Completed in 2008
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How does the RRP Rule affect the work of non-profit or not-for-profit groups? Does the rule apply, for example, to church groups who, as part of their missionary work, are making improvements for low-income residents?
The RRP Rule applies to renovations performed for compensation. Compensation includes pay for work performed, such as that paid to contractors and subcontractors; wages, such as those paid to employees of contractors, building owners, property management companies, child-occupied facility operators, state and local government agencies, and non-profits; and rent for…
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Report an Environmental Violation, General Information
More information for the public to report potential violations of environmental laws to EPA.
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Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
An overview of the Safe Drinking Water Act and other information on specific aspects of the law as implemented in regulation and guidance
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Is it a violation of the RRP Rule for a homeowner to hire a firm that is not certified?
The RRP Rule does not impose requirements on homeowners. However, the hired firm would be in violation of the RRP Rule if it was uncertified and performing a covered renovation. Question Number: 23002-19015 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.
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My firm plans on doing renovation work on a storage building of an apartment complex. The apartment complex is target housing, but the storage building was constructed after 1978. Will our work on the storage building be covered under the RRP Rule?
My firm plans on doing renovation work on a storage building which is detached from, but a part of, an apartment complex. The apartment complex was constructed prior to 1978 and would be considered target housing. The storage building, however, was constructed after 1978. Will our work on the storage…
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When repainting rental housing, if the landlord supplies the paint and materials, and the tenant does the labor without receiving money, credit toward rent, or other compensation, does the RRP Rule apply?
No. The Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule only applies to renovations performed for compensation. Question Number: 23002-23856 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.
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Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Annual Results for Fiscal Year 2025
EPA’s FY 2025 enforcement and compliance assurance accomplishments, including case highlights
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Is interior containment required as well as exterior containment for an exterior window removal?
Yes. If removing windows from the exterior creates dust and debris on the interior as well as the exterior of the building, then the firm must follow the requirements in the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule for both interior and exterior containment. Before beginning the renovation, the firm must…
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If there are differences among EPA's, HUD's, and my state's lead-safe work and housing requirements, which ones do I have to comply with?
You must comply with all applicable requirements. The initial 8-hour renovator training course will teach you how to perform lead-safe work practices safely and effectively in compliance with the EPA Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule and the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Lead Safe Housing Rule. The RRP…
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If I mist and vacuum with a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuum the plastic sheeting used by my firm for interior containment, can I move and re-use plastic sheeting on the same day and job?
No. The RRP Rule does not contemplate a permissible method of moving and re-using plastic sheeting used for interior containment. Question Number: 23002-18500 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.
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EPA Withdraws Fine Particle Exemption for Agencies; Cites Adverse Comments
On this page announcement of rule withdrawal of the PM2.5 De Minimis Emission Levels for General Conformity rules.
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March 14, 2008, Public Hearing on the 2010 General Conformity Proposed Revisions
On this page public hearing announcement for the 2010 version final revisions to the General Conformity Regulations.
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Updated General Conformity Applicability Questions and Answers
On this page General Conformity Regulation questions and answers dated May 5, 2006.
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Notification Forms for Underground Storage Tanks
Download EPA Form 7530-1, required within 30 days of bringing an underground storage tank (UST) into service.
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Water Resources and Tools for Financing Compliance
Water resources and tools which may be helpful during the financial planning process.
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SO2 Designations - Map of Preliminary Nonattainment Designations - Feb 2013
Sulfur Dioxide Designations - Map of Preliminary Nonattainment Designations - Feb 2013
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Archer Daniels Midland Company Illinois Industrial Carbon Capture and Sequestration Project
Archer Daniels Midland Company Illinois Industrial Carbon Capture and Sequestration Project
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Carbon Dioxide Injection Geologic Sequestration Information Sheet
Carbon Dioxide Injection Geologic Sequestration Information Sheet
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Subpart UU Information Sheet
UU Information Sheet