Nebraska landlord fined more than $24,000 over alleged toxic paint violations

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Environmental Protection Agency fined Pavelka Rentals LLC after the Hastings landlord allegedly violated the Federal Toxic Substances Control Act.

According to the agency, Pavelka failed to notify tenants of potential hazards of lead-based paint exposure at their homes.

“EPA and the federal government are committed to reducing harmful exposure to lead-based paint, especially among children and pregnant women,” said David Cozad, Director of EPA Region 7’s Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division.

Pavelka agreed to pay a $24,579 penalty to resolve the alleged violations.

“Landlords play a critical role in notifying residents of potential harm, and EPA will hold accountable property owners that fail to tell tenants about lead-based paint in their housing,” Cozad said.