Is Your Housing Authority Ready for a HUD/EPA Lead-Based Paint Audit?

摘要

HUD AND THE EPA are clearly refocusing on lead-based paint'. Recently, staff from both agencies in D.C. swung through the Pacific Northwest and conducted lead-based paint reviews with several housing authorities; more may be reviewed in the upcoming weeks and months. With this renewed emphasis on lead-based paint comes a chance for housing authorities to ensure they are protecting their families and complying with HUD and EPA standards. I am not going to get into the nitty-gritty of the lead-based paint rules' (more information oh those is available'at the HUD and EPA Websites), but here are some things you'll need do if your agency is selected for a lead-based paint review.