EPA Fines Landlord for Lead Poisoning Violations

Larry Buckfire

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The EPA recently levied huge fines against a San Diego landlord for failing to provide tenants with the federally mandated lead paint poisoning pamphlet and disclosure form. Under the terms of a settlement ,Sunview Properties must spend $216,664 in lead paint removal and pay a $31,000 fine over alleged violations of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act in connection with the leasing of 25 rental units located in San Diego, Calif.

Child lead poisoning is the most serious environmental health threat to children in the United States. Lead poisoning causes permanent and irreversible brain damage and neuroligcal damage that affects a child's ability to succeed in school and is known to cause behavioral problems, including ADHD and delinquency.

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