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EPA Reaches Agreement with Avise Properties, Inc., Associated Companies Resolving Violations of Federal Lead-Based Paint Laws
EPA Reaches Agreement with Avise Properties, Inc., Associated Companies Resolving Violations of Federal Lead-Based Paint Laws
October 6, 2025
Contact Information
Vikram Lakshmanan ([email protected]) 978-893-8809
R1 Press Office ([email protected])
BOSTON (October 06, 2025) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached an agreement with three New Hampshire companies to resolve alleged violations of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act, and the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule (Disclosure Rule). These laws are designed to help protect American families from the health risks associated with lead-based paint when they rent or buy housing built before 1978. Avise Properties, Inc, and its associated companies First Laconia Associates, LLC and Union Street MHT Associates, LLC will pay a total penalty of $87,918 for their alleged violations and have agreed to comply with the Disclosure Rule.
"The federal lead-based paint rules and regulations help protect human health and the environment, which is core to EPA's mission," said EPA New England Regional Administrator Mark Sanborn. "This settlement highlights EPA's enforcement efforts to reduce lead exposure in New England communities, protect families, and ensure regulatory compliance."
Case information:
EPA alleged that the companies failed to adequately notify tenants of potential risks related to lead-based paint in the housing they rented.
Why this Matters:
Lead is a serious health hazard, especially for young children. Most homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint. EPA continues to inspect renovation companies, landlords, property managers, and real estate firms to ensure they are following the rules that help prevent lead exposure. This case was part of EPA Region 1's effort to reduce lead risks in New England and supports the Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead Exposures and Associated Health Impacts.
Read more about the Federal Lead Action Plan.
Read more about EPA's work to enforce lead laws and regulations.
Read more about real estate disclosures about potential lead hazards.
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