EPA Announces Settlement with All Point Construction for Lead Paint Renovation Violations in the Detroit Area

EPA Announces Settlement with All Point Construction for Lead Paint Renovation Violations in the Detroit Area

October 17, 2024

Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a $180,000 settlement with All Point Construction LLC in Allen Park, Michigan to resolve alleged violations of the federal lead renovation, repair and painting regulations.

"Renovation companies and their contractors must protect children and other vulnerable people from exposure to lead-based paint, especially in communities with environmental justice concerns and areas where lead-based paint is more common," said EPA Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore. "This settlement sends a clear message to all contractors: get certified to remove lead paint properly and comply with the law to protect children from exposure to dangerous lead dust."

After receiving a complaint from a resident, EPA launched an investigation into the company's renovations in Allen Park and nearby areas, including Dearborn, Gibraltar, Taylor and Detroit. Between 2019 and 2022, All Point Construction renovated more than 100 different houses built before 1978. EPA alleges that the company failed to:

• Maintain firm certification
• Maintain records of assigning a certified renovator and a copy of their training certificate
• Provide on-the-job training for workers
• Complete a post-renovation cleaning verification
• Certify that the renovation was completed in accordance with the regulations

Under the terms of the settlement, the company will certify compliance with the renovation, repair and painting regulations and pay $180,000 in penalties.

Lead dust and debris is the single largest cause of lead poisoning in young children. Deterioration of lead paint and disruption of lead paint during home renovation and remodeling activities creates lead dust hazards.Even small amounts of lead dust can cause harm to children living in the home. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death. Preventing lead exposure by taking precautions when disturbing lead-based paint during renovations or repairs protects public health, particularly children's health.

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is October 20-26. This year's theme is "Bright futures begin lead-free" because we all want bright futures for our children and communities. Learn more about the many ways parents, caregivers, and communities can reduce children's exposure to lead and prevent its harmful health effects on EPA's website.

For more information on the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program, or to report a lead paint violation, please visit EPA's website. 

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