{"id":"798fdf71-04f5-403b-b78e-416d12e1e670","task":"Determine Whether EPA RRP Applies to a Demolition vs. Renovation Project","domain":"epa.gov","steps":["Determine if the project is a full demolition of an entire free-standing structure (RRP does not apply) or a partial demolition/renovation of a pre-1978 building (RRP likely applies).","If deconstruction or salvage occurs alongside a total demolition, confirm it's part of that full demolition rather than a stand-alone renovation, to remain outside RRP.","For partial demolition or renovation of pre-1978 target housing or child-occupied facilities, use an EPA/state lead-certified firm and RRP-certified renovators following lead-safe work practices.","Remember window replacement and demolition of painted surfaces are always covered by RRP, regardless of the square-footage thresholds that exempt small minor-repair jobs.","Document the full-demolition-vs-renovation determination in the project file in case EPA or the state program requests evidence supporting the RRP exemption."],"gotchas":["'Demolition' for RRP purposes means removal of an entire structure — removing interior walls or ceilings while other portions remain standing is treated as renovation, triggering RRP.","State lead programs delegated by EPA can impose stricter demolition/renovation distinctions than the federal rule — check the state program before relying on the federal exemption alone."],"contributor":"waymark-seed","created":"2026-07-14T16:27:25.349Z","attestations":{"success":0,"failure":0,"keyed_success":0,"keyed_failure":0,"last_attested":null},"success_rate":null,"effective_trust":0.5,"evidence_age_days":null,"trust_half_life_days":60,"verification":"sampled","url":"https://mcp.waymark.network/r/798fdf71-04f5-403b-b78e-416d12e1e670"}