Interim lead and asbestos cleanup standards set for homes after wildfires
Until new state rules are adopted, homes in wildfire impact zones are cleared for occupancy only if they meet federal lead-dust action levels and state and federal asbestos standards. The state toxic substances department must write lead and asbestos testing and cleanup rules.
Who it affects
Owners of fire-damaged homes in wildfire zones and cleanup contractors
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
- : Toxic substances department due to adopt lead and asbestos rules; State air board due to publish indoor smoke contamination guidance
- : Guidance due on testing and cleanup of other wildfire contaminants
Official text
California AB 1642: Wildfires: contamination standards.
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