Enforcement in New England

Reporting a Violation of Lead Paint Rules in New England

EPA New England will follow up on tips and complaints from the public regarding violations of laws that require people to be informed of potential lead paint hazards when they buy, rent, or hire contractors to renovate a home. Exposure to lead paint is a serious health concern, especially for young children.

To report a violation of lead paint rules, follow the easy steps in the attached forms:

• Disclosure Rule Violation - Use this form to report a property owner who did not notify tenants or purchasers of residential property about potential lead paint hazards.

• Pre-Renovation Rule Violation - Use this form to report a renovation contractor who did not notify a property owner about potential lead paint hazards before renovations occurred.

• By mail or fax: Download a tip/complaint form and send it by mail or by fax to:

  Sharon Hayes
  U.S. EPA New England
  One Congress St., Suite 1100
  Mail Code: SEP
  Boston, MA 02114

  Fax: 617-918-0328

• Disclosure Rule Violation (PDF)
  (3 pp., 43 KB, about PDF)

• Pre-Renovation Rule Violation (PDF)
  (3 pp., 41 KB, about PDF)

• By phone: Contact our Call Center at 1-888-372-7341