Countdown Begins on Remodeling, Repairing and Paint Rules «New EPA Regs Aimed at Decreasing Lead Poisoning» In
less than a month, all contractors who perform renovations, painting and remodeling that might disturb lead - based paint in houses, child care facilities and schools built before 1978 will be required to meet
stricter guidelines under the new
regulations established by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Oneida County Health Department officials said today.