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US making plans to replace all of its lead water pipes from coast to coast
The Biden administration has released a plan to accelerate the removal of lead water pipes and lead paint from U.S. homes.
Infrastructure deal targets lead pipes
Included in the bipartisan infrastructure deal reached with President Joe Biden last week is a plan to eliminate the country's remaining lead pipes and service lines, which for decades have posed a risk for contaminated water in millions of homes and schools.
Disregard for federal lead paint rule blamed for hazard
Many contracting firms are ignoring an Environmental Protection Agency rule for lead paint meant to prevent poisoning because of the time and cost tied to licensing, according to city officials and industry professionals.
East Portland slated for housing improvements
More then 100 housing units in Portland will be analyzed for lead paint and other building hazards this year thanks to a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Some contractors ignoring lead-paint rules
Not all contractors are following new rules from the Environmental Protection Agency on lead paint. Enforcement inspectors with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board are now checking job sites, and those that don't comply with the rules can be fined up to $5,000.
Builders bemoan new lead paint rule
Building trade groups say a new lead paint rule from the Environmental Protection Agency will unnecessarily raise their project costs.
Contractors ignoring lead-paint rules
Some Portland contractors are trying to skirt regulations requiring all contractors who renovate pre-1978 homes and buildings to obtain a certified lead-based paint renovation contractor license.
License requirements for work handling lead-based paint
A certified lead-based paint renovation contractor license is required to work on child-occupied facilities and on any structures built before 1978. A license is $50 and is available from the Construction Contractors Board. The license must be renewed annually, which also costs $50.
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- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
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- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
