Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2660

METHODS FOR LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION FOR SOIL.

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Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2660
A. Bare soil that contains lead in a concentration of at least 100 parts per million but less than 5,000 parts per million must be removed or covered as follows:
(1) if soil is to be covered with concrete, asphalt, or other similar impervious material, the soil must first be compacted before covering;
(2) if soil is to be covered with sod or other living material: the soil must be removed to a depth that eliminates visible paint chips and debris; and the soil must be tilled and raked before covering with sod or other living material; and
(3) if soil is to be covered with sand, wood chips, or other nonliving, permeable material, the soil must be removed to a depth that eliminates visible paint chips and debris.
B. Bare soil that contains lead in a concentration of at least 5,000 parts per million must be:
(1) removed; or
(2) compacted and then covered with concrete, asphalt, or other impervious material.
C. The lead concentration in any replacement soil must not exceed 25 parts per million according to Minnesota Statutes, section 144.9508, subdivision 2, paragraph (c).
D. Erosion control methods must be used during all lead hazard reduction. The final surface must provide erosion control.
E. If soil is removed and left uncovered, the newly exposed soil must be sampled according to documented methodologies to determine that the lead concentration is below the soil standard under part 4761.2510, subpart 3.
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Plain English

Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2660 establishes specific methods for reducing lead hazards in bare soil on residential properties, depending on the concentration of lead present. Soil with lead levels between 100 and 4,999 parts per million must be either removed or covered using approved materials, with preparation steps that vary by cover type. Soil with lead at or above 5,000 parts per million faces stricter requirements, limited to full removal or compaction followed by an impervious cover. Replacement soil must meet a 25 parts per million standard, erosion control is required throughout the process, and any newly exposed soil left uncovered must be tested to confirm it meets the applicable lead concentration threshold.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers overseeing lead hazard reduction work on soil covered by Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2660 generally ensure that the correct remediation method is matched to the measured lead concentration before work begins. Compliant operators document the preparation steps taken—such as compacting soil before an impervious cover, or removing soil to eliminate visible paint chips before applying sod or permeable materials—and verify that any replacement soil does not exceed 25 parts per million. Maintaining erosion control throughout the project and arranging post-removal sampling when soil is left uncovered are also standard practices under this rule.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Minn. R. 4761 § 4761.2660 gives tenants a basis for understanding what remediation work on lead-contaminated soil in or around their home is supposed to look like, including preparation steps, cover materials, and testing requirements. If bare soil on a rental property appears to have been left untreated or improperly covered, tenants may consider documenting conditions and reaching out to the Minnesota Department of Health, which oversees lead hazard rules under this regulatory framework. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help residents understand whether a violation of this provision may be relevant to their housing situation.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Minn. Stat. § 144.9508
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Minn. R. 4761.2510
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Related Rules

§ 127H
Repealed, 1992, 407, Sec. 9
§ 127M
Repealed, 1975, 615
§ 190
Program for the prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment of lead poisoning; lead poisoning control director; advisory committee

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