What is the difference between abatement work and renovation work? Are both types of activities regulated by this rule?
In developing this rule, EPA was directed by Congress to focus this regulation on abatement activities, and to define abatements as those projects designed by the building owner and contractor to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards. Under this rule, only those activities which are undertaken with the purpose or intent of permanently eliminating lead-based paint hazards are considered to be abatement. Renovation and remodeling activities are not covered by the rule because they are not specifically designed to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards. However, the Agency recognizes that lead-based paint hazards may be caused by renovation and remodeling activities and is considering requirements for renovation and remodeling activities under a separate rulemaking effort.
