A homeowner discovers that a contractor failed to provide the required lead-based paint disclosure before starting renovation work on a home built in 1965. What is the potential EPA fine for this violation in Oregon?
Correct Answer
B) Up to $37,500 per violation
EPA fines for lead-based paint disclosure violations can reach up to $37,500 per violation for contractors working on pre-1978 housing.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The EPA can impose fines of up to $37,500 per violation for lead-based paint disclosure violations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and CERCLA authority. This maximum applies to contractors who fail to provide required disclosures and follow RRP Rule requirements when working on pre-1978 housing.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Up to $11,000 per violation
Up to $11,000 per violation is an outdated figure. EPA civil penalty amounts were increased by Congress and are now significantly higher. $11,000 may reflect older penalty schedules no longer in effect.
Option C: Up to $55,000 per violation
Up to $55,000 per violation is higher than the current EPA maximum for a single lead disclosure violation. This figure does not correspond to the standard EPA fine schedule for RRP Rule violations.
Option D: Up to $16,000 per violation
Up to $16,000 per violation does not match the EPA's current penalty ceiling for lead-based paint disclosure violations. This amount may be confused with penalties under other environmental programs.
Memory Technique
Associate $37,500 with '3 + 7 = 10 letters in LEAD PAINT' — a memorable but loose connection to lock in the unusual number. Or think: 'Lead is no small deal — $37,500 is the real.'
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