EPA v. Vanguard Construction

Case summary

Firm performed extensive interior remodeling activities on a home built in 1886. No firm certification. They did have a lead inspection report, but many components seem to be missing. Sent IRL requesting records on 5 other properties and refused to respond despite several reminders. Firm received a prior penalty in 2014. Vanguard Construction Companies, LTD violated TSCA by failing to obtain initial certification from the EPA prior to performing a renovation on target housing. Additionally, Vanguard failed to retain adequate documentation that a certified renovator performed or directed workers for six residential properties at which Vanguard Construction Companies, LTD performed work. The parties agreed to a penalty in the amount of $3500 to settle the matter.

Defendants (1)

• Vanguard ConstructionNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• VANGUARD CONSTRUCTION

  800 W 8TH AVE, DENVER, CO, 80204

  Registry ID: 110055261498

Statutes cited

• TSCA 402C — Lead: RRP

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Vanguard Constructionentered 2020-03-05

  Primary law: TSCA

  Federal penalty: $3,500

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2020-03-05Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2020-03-05Final Order Issued
• 2020-03-18Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2020-05-26Enforcement Action Closed