EPA v. GROEN BUILDERS INC

Case summary

On September 30, 2014, Region 1 issued a CAFO that both initiated and resolved violations of TSCA and the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule alleged against Groen Builders, Inc. (Groen) of Rochester, New Hamphshire. Groen is a general contractor that does both commercial and residential construction. In 2012, Groen performed three separate renovation projects on target housing that were not in compliance with the RRP Rule. Groen will pay a penalty of $14,950 for these violations and certify compliance with the RRP Rule. The penalty amount is based on Groen’s claim of ability to pay and an analysis of the company’s financial documents. This settlement ensures that renovations of target housing will be conducted in a lead safe manner, protecting children from the risks of lead paint.

Defendants (1)

• GROEN BUILDERS INCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• GROEN BUILDERS INC

  75 CHAPMAN DRIVE, ROCHESTER, NH, 03839

  Registry ID: 110055647224

Statutes cited

• TSCA 406B — Lead: Pre-Renovation Education Rule
• TSCA 402C — Lead: RRP

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• GROEN BUILDERS INCentered 2014-09-29

  Primary law: TSCA

  Federal penalty: $14,950

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2014-09-29Final Order Issued
• 2014-09-29Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2014-10-03Enforcement Action Data Entered