Answers to Frequent Questions about EPA’s Lead-based Paint Program
The following is a printer-friendly version of all frequent questions regarding EPA’s Lead-Based Paint Program updated on January 12, 2026, which can also be found in EPA's Search Frequent Questions database.
The responses are intended solely for guidance and neither alter nor supersede any statutory or regulatory requirements. The guidance provided in this document often addresses the very specific circumstances stated in each question, so the reader should also consult other applicable documents (e.g., 15 U.S.C. 2681 et seq., 40 CFR part 745.80, the Preamble to the Final Rule, etc.). These responses do not necessarily bind EPA or outside parties. EPA evaluates circumstances on a case-by-case basis based on the statute and regulations, and these answers may not apply to a specific situation.