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District Department of the Environment
Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
Connect With Us
1200 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 535-2600
Fax: (202) 535-2881
TTY: (800) 855-1000
Email:ddoe@dc.gov
Agency Performance
Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
Connect With Us
1200 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 535-2600
Fax: (202) 535-2881
TTY: (800) 855-1000
Email:ddoe@dc.gov
Agency PerformanceLead-Based Paint Application Forms
Professional Certification for Lead Based Paint Application [PDF]
Select the link for application forms and instructions for use by individuals (workers, supervisors, risk assessors, inspectors, project designers) and business entities.
Fees for certification of lead professional disciplines:
| Category | Fee |
| Workers | $60 per 2 years |
| Inspectors | $300 per 2 years |
| Supervisors | $300 per 2 years |
| Risk Assessors | $300 per 2 years |
| Project Designers | $300 per 2 years |
| Business Entities/Firms | $300 per year |
Training Provider Application Booklet [PDF]
Letter of instruction and application forms for use by training providers are provided.
Fees for accreditation of lead training courses:
| Category | Initial Fee | Refresher Fee |
| Inspector Course | $1200 per year | $400 per year |
| Risk Assessor Course | $ 800 per year | $400 per year |
| Supervisors Course | $1600 per year | $400 per year |
| Project Designer Course | $ 400 per year | $200 per year |
| Abatement Worker | $ 800 per year | $400 per year |
| Spanish Worker | Free | Free |
| Lead-Based Paint Maintenance | Free | Free |
| Lead-Based Paint Remodelers, Renovators | Free | Free |
| Dust Sampling Technician | Free | Free |
| Reciprocity Accreditation | Same As Above |
Note: Within any calendar year, cumulative course accreditation fees shall not exceed $5,000 for an individual training provider.
Lead-Based Paint Activity Notification Forms and Permit Application [PDF]
The notification forms must be completed and submitted on all projects established prior to 1978. For projects requiring lead permits, utilize the permit application forms.
Fees for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction and Control Permits are $40 plus 3% of the abatement cost.
Contact TTY:
711
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