Recently, there has been concern regarding the potential for radon release from granite finishes. This has created questions from commercial real estate owners and developers when deciding whether to include granite in their projects.
Granite wholesalers want to be able to assure their clients that their product is safe, and testing has begun to evaluate materials. This article describes one of the approaches being taken in this endeavor as well as some of the initial results.

June 06, 2025
In March 2025, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rescinded its 2022 directive that had imposed standardized radon testing requirements on all multifamily properties financed through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The new radon policy was effective immediately; however, the agency guidance documents would be updated at a later date.

April 23, 2025
State and Local Regulations Will Continue to Drive Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Radon Testing Practices By Pamela Horne, Environmental Technical Director of Agency Services, and Shavaun Cotter, Technical Director, […]

June 20, 2025
State-by-State Radon Testing Compliance & Lender Guidance Downloadable Interactive Map: Download and save to use interactive features. Then, for more info, hover over states and definitions.




