Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint
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Any building-related activities, such as renovations, repairs, painting, and demolitions, may be subject to additional regulations governing the handling, removal and/or disposal of asbestos and lead-based paint besides the dust and site control measures required in Portland City Code Section 24.55.205:
Asbestos requirements
Metro has screening requirements for various types of construction materials delivered to its transfer stations. Please consult Metro’s website ↗ for information on materials that are required to be tested.
If you have questions regarding asbestos and the rules governing renovation, repairs and removal of asbestos-containing material, contact the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality at 503-229-5982 or visit the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Asbestos Information website ↗.
Asbestos abatement or demolition activities must protect the City’s sewer and stormwater systems
Asbestos abatement and structural demolition activities may result in asbestos and lead paint particulates as well as other pollutants. These pollutants are prohibited from entering the city’s stormwater system. However, if authorized, they may be discharged to the sanitary sewer system after approved treatment onsite.
Learn about Environmental Services’ requirements for demolition and asbestos abatement activities ↗ and apply for authorization ↗ to discharge to the sanitary sewer system.
Report asbestos concerns
You may report any environment-related complaint, including regarding asbestos with the Department of Environmental Quality’s website ↗.
Lead-based paint requirements
For questions regarding lead-based paint requirements for renovation, repair or painting projects done by a contractor, please contact the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) at: 503-934-2229 or visit their website ↗.
For questions regarding lead-based paint requirements for renovation, repair or painting projects not done by a contractor (e.g., a homeowner, property owner doing your own work, rental agency, etc.), please contact the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) at: 971-673-0440 or visit their website. ↗