Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Board
Virginia Board for Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors
 
chapter
Virginia Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations [18 VAC 15 ‑ 30]
Guidance Documents
Chapter Information
Description Regulations establishing entry requirements and standards of conduct for firms and individuals conducting lead-based paint abatement activities.
State Authority 54.1-501
Federal Authority None entered
Exempt from APA No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act.
Text of Regulation Link to Virginia Administrative Code
Goals of Regulation To protect the health, safety and welfare of the public by regulating the lead-based paint abatement profession in the least burdensome, costly and intrusive manner to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth.
Meetings See all meetings (11) relating to this chapter.

Contact Information
Name / Title: Cameron Parris  / Regulatory Operations Administrator
Address: 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, VA 23233
Email Address: Cameron.Parris@dpor.virginia.gov
Telephone: (804)367-9183    FAX: (866)350-5354    TDD: ()-
Current Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
General Review of Virginia Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations NOIRA Stage complete. Comment period ended 01/31/2024.

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Update to 18VAC15-30-510 and DIBR Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/01/2023.
2022 Asbestos and Lead Temporary Fee Reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/01/2023.
Amendments to Incorporate Changes from Marijuana Legalization
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/22/2021.
Temporary Fee Reduction - 2021
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/01/2021.
Amendment of Trade or Fictitious Name Requirement
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/01/2020.
2019 Temporary Fee Reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/01/2020.
2017 Lead Temporary Fee Reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/01/2018.
Amendment of Language re Exam Fee Cap 2013 Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/01/2015.
Correct language for renewal of accredited lead training program Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/01/2015.
Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations - Regulatory Reform Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/01/2015.
Fee Adjustment 2012 Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/01/2015.
Lead renewal change Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/01/2015.
Amendment to Board for Asbestos, Lead and Home Inspectors Lead-Based Paint Activity Regulations Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/01/2006.
Amendment to the Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations to comply with EPA Final Rules
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/08/2004.
Amendment to Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/01/2003.
Amendment to Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/01/2000.

Withdrawn Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
2017 Lead Temporary Fee Reduction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage withdrawn on 11/17/2017 prior to publication in The Virginia Register.
Lead Temporary License 08-2010 Emergency/NOIRA Stage withdrawn on 11/10/2010 before the Secretary's office completed its review.

Periodic Reviews
Last Activity Status
12/13/2023 Agency Completed Retain As Is
5/17/2019 Agency Completed Retain As Is
11/24/2015 Agency Completed Retain As Is
11/22/2011 Agency Completed Retain As Is