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Will applicants be evaluated on whether or not they leverage funds?
Cost share and leveraging of non-federal funds is not a requirement of this Funding Opportunity, but if leveraging is proposed, applicants will be evaluated based on how they will obtain the leveraged resources, the likelihood the leveraging will materialize during grant performance (e.g., if they have letters of commitment), the…
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Is it possible to distribute the majority of project funding in Year 2 and 3?
Yes. Applicants should commit to being able to issue its first Project RFA within one year of being selected as Principal Recipient (page 9 of the RFA), however this is not a threshold eligibility requirement. There are no specific requirements as to the timing of issuing Project RFAs and funding…
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Will there be a non-federal cost share or match required of grants made by the principal recipient?
No, non-federal cost share is not required. If an applicant proposes voluntary cost share, they should carefully review section III.B on page 21, description of Supporting Materials in section IV.D on page 27, and section V.B.
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Where can I get more information or copies of the lead-based paint abatement application forms and instructions?
Answer: Information regarding certification under EPA’s lead-based paint abatement program is available at https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-based-paint-abatement-and-evaluation-program-overview . Question Number: 23002-32438 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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When must I take refresher training?
You must take refresher training before you apply for recertification to EPA. You should begin looking for available courses well before your current certification expires, because refresher courses may not be available in your area on a frequent basis. However, EPA recommends that you take your refresher training no earlier…
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When do persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, or supervisors apply to EPA, before or after taking the 3rd party exam?
Answer: Persons applying for certification as inspectors, risk assessors, and/or supervisors must apply to EPA before taking the 3rd party certification exam. For more information about applying for certification as a lead-based paint abatement professional please refer to EPA’s Lead-based Paint Professionals page . Question Number: 23002-33448 Find a printable…
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When individuals apply for certification in the Federal program under 40 C.F.R. 745.226(a)(1)(i), how long will the certification last?
Answer : For individuals who have taken courses which included a course test and a hands-on skills assessment, the full certification period for individuals applying under 745.226(a)(1)(i) will run for three years from the date of issuance of certification by EPA. For individuals who have taken courses which included a…
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The definition of “soil sample” at 40 CFR §745.63 relies on certain American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards. Did EPA intend to prevent the use of EPA and HUD standards for soil samples?
Answer: No. In establishing work practice standards for lead-based paint activities, EPA did not intend to prevent the use of EPA/HUD standards. As a general matter, the requirements are not prescriptive but instead state that certain activities be conducted using appropriate documented methodologies. For example, §745.227(c)(3) requires that dust samples…
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Does the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule apply to renovations done in an apartment between tenants? Does it matter if children live in other apartments in the building?
Answer: Temporarily unoccupied or vacant rental housing is not exempt from the requirements of the RRP Rule. Question Number: 23002-15669 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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My firm is performing a renovation in an unoccupied home that will be put up for sale when work is done. Does the RRP Rule apply to this renovation?
Yes. Temporarily unoccupied or vacant housing is not exempt from the requirements of the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule . Question Number: 23002-19754 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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How will the budget for year six be treated in case of a continuation of sampling past 2029?
Sampling past 2029 will not be covered under this assistance agreement.
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Can the application also include program admin support for various coalition partners outside of the principal recipient?
Yes. Coalitions are allowable. Applicants should reflect related admin-related costs in the budget narrative. Please see Question 2 under this section for additional information.
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What must I do to be recertified?
Answer: Prior to the expiration of your current certificate, you must take an accredited refresher training course, you must apply to EPA for recertification, and you must pay a recertification fee. Question Number: 23002-32442 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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When do I apply for recertification?
Answer: You must be recertified by EPA before your current certification expires. EPA therefore recommends that you submit your application for recertification no later than 90 days before your current certification expires. Question Number: 23002-32445 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .
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Which refresher training courses must I take?
Answer: You must take an accredited refresher training course for each discipline in which you are certified. The courses must be accredited either by EPA or by an EPA-authorized state or tribal lead-based paint program. Question Number: 23002-32443 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead…
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