40 C.F.R. § 745.237
§ 745.237 Inspections. (40 CFR Part 745)
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EPA may conduct reasonable inspections pursuant to the provisions of section 11 of TSCA (15 U.S.C. 2610) to ensure compliance with this subpart.
Under § 745.237, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency holds the authority to carry out reasonable inspections of properties and operations covered by this subpart, drawing on the inspection powers granted by Section 11 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These inspections are a federal compliance-verification mechanism, meaning EPA can examine records, facilities, and practices to confirm that lead-based paint disclosure and renovation requirements are being followed. The provision does not define a specific inspection schedule but instead preserves EPA's broad statutory authority to act when it deems an inspection warranted.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to the lead-based paint requirements of this subpart should be aware that § 745.237 authorizes EPA to conduct on-site inspections at any reasonable time. Compliant operators generally maintain complete, organized records of required disclosures, renovation firm certifications, and work practice documentation so that those materials can be produced promptly if an inspector arrives. Familiarity with the full scope of the subpart's recordkeeping requirements is a practical foundation for being prepared for any EPA inspection conducted under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 745.237 means that tenants living in housing covered by the lead-based paint subpart benefit from a federal oversight mechanism: EPA can inspect to verify that landlords are meeting their obligations under the program. If a tenant believes required lead-based paint disclosures were not provided or that renovation work was not conducted in compliance with the rules, that concern can be reported to the EPA directly or raised with a local tenant-rights organization familiar with TSCA-related protections. Understanding that this inspection authority exists can inform how tenants document and communicate potential violations to the appropriate federal or local channels.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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