D.C. Code tit. 8 § 8-231.14
Denial, suspension, or revocation.
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The Mayor, after notice and opportunity for hearing, may suspend, revoke, modify, or refuse to issue, renew, or restore a certificate or accreditation issued under this subchapter if the Mayor finds that the applicant or holder: (1) Has failed to comply with any provision of this subchapter or rule issued pursuant to this subchapter; (2) Has misrepresented facts relating to a lead-based paint activity to a client or customer; (3) Has made a false statement or misrepresentation material to the issuance, modification, or renewal of a certificate, permit, or accreditation; (4) Has submitted a false or fraudulent record, invoice, or report; (5) As a training provider, or as an instructor, has provided inaccurate information or inadequate training; (6) Fails to meet any qualifications required by this subchapter; (7) Does not possess proof of required accreditation, as prescribed by the Mayor; (8) Has had a history of repeated violations; or (9) Has had a certificate, permit, or accreditation denied, revoked, or suspended in another state or jurisdiction.
Under D.C. Code § 8-231.14, the Mayor has authority to deny, suspend, revoke, or modify certificates and accreditations related to lead-based paint activities when a certificate or accreditation holder is found to have violated the law, submitted false information, provided inadequate training, or had similar credentials revoked in another jurisdiction. The provision establishes a process that includes notice and an opportunity for a hearing before any such action is taken. This rule is part of the District's broader framework under D.C. Code § 8-231.01 et seq. for regulating lead-based paint work to protect public health.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who hire contractors for lead-based paint activities should verify that those contractors hold valid, unrevoked credentials under D.C. Code § 8-231.14, since the Mayor may take action against certificate holders who have a history of violations, submitted false records, or lost credentials in other jurisdictions. Compliant operators generally keep documentation of contractor accreditation on file and confirm that no adverse credential actions have been taken. Engaging a contractor whose certificate has been suspended or revoked under D.C. Code § 8-231.01 et seq. can expose a property to regulatory risk.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in properties where lead-based paint work is being performed have an interest in knowing that the workers conducting that work hold valid credentials under D.C. Code § 8-231.14. If a tenant has reason to believe that a contractor has misrepresented qualifications, submitted false records, or otherwise violated the standards set out in D.C. Code § 8-231.01 et seq., they may consider filing a complaint with the District's relevant regulatory authority or consulting a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Credential enforcement under this provision is one mechanism the District uses to help ensure that lead-based paint activities are performed safely.
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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