Kan. Admin. Regs. 28-72 § K.A.R. 28-72-1d
Definitions.
Operative Text
In addition to the definitions in K.S.A. 65-1,201 and amendments thereto, each of the following terms shall have the meaning assigned in this regulation: (a) "Department" means the Kansas department of health and environment. (b) "Deteriorated paint" means paint that is cracking, flaking, chipping, chalking, peeling, or otherwise separating from the substrate of a building component. (c) "Discipline" means one of the specific types or categories of lead-based paint activities identified in the act and this article in which individuals may receive training from accredited courses and become certified by the secretary. (d) "Distinct painting history" means the application history over time, as indicated by the visual appearance or a record of application, of paint or other surface coatings to a component or room. (e) "Documented methodologies" means the methods or protocols used to sample for the presence of lead in paint, dust, and soil.
K.A.R. 28-72-1d establishes the working vocabulary for Kansas's lead-based paint regulatory framework by defining five key terms used throughout the broader article. These definitions clarify what counts as deteriorated paint (paint visibly separating from a surface), what disciplines exist for lead-based paint activities, and what methodologies and histories are relevant when assessing lead hazards. The definitions are anchored to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment as the governing agency and supplement definitions already found in K.S.A. 65-1,201.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under K.A.R. 28-72-1d should be aware that the definitions in this section set the interpretive baseline for all lead-based paint compliance obligations in the article. Compliant operators typically use these defined terms consistently when documenting paint conditions, recording application histories, and engaging certified professionals for lead-based paint activities. Understanding what qualifies as 'deteriorated paint' under this section—paint that is cracking, flaking, chipping, chalking, peeling, or otherwise separating—helps operators recognize when further assessment or remediation obligations may be triggered.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
K.A.R. 28-72-1d provides the foundational definitions that shape tenants' rights and protections under Kansas's lead-based paint rules. Knowing that 'deteriorated paint' is formally defined as paint visibly separating from a surface can help renters identify conditions that may be relevant to lead hazard concerns in their home. Tenants who believe lead-related conditions exist in their unit may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to understand how these definitions apply to their situation.
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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