DEP request letter for 16 Hudson Street environmental data, 2002

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

} e j11 1 , 2002 Wew rk Department of Environmental Building Owner Name: Protection Address: 59-17 function Boulevard Corona, New York 11368.5107

I Joel A. Miele Sr., P.E. Subject: 1l L Commissioner

Robert C. Avaltroni Dear Sir/ Madam: Deputy Commissioner Bureau of In September 2001, the New York City Department and Environmental Protection Environmental Compliance (NYC DEP) and the Department of Health (NYC DOH) advised building owners • Tel (718) 595.4418 fax (718) 595-4422 regarding building maintenance and re-occupancy issues following the collapse of the World Trade Center. The steps included the professional assessment of building contamination for possible hazardous components, including asbestos, and a retrospective filing, as required, if applicable.

The NYC DEP is hereby requesting copies of the environmental hazard assessments including bulk sample results and air monitoring results and a summary of clean-up activities at the above referenced site. Please forward the requested documents to our offices within FIVE BUSINESS DAYS. They may be faxed to (718) 595-3744 8th or sent to the NYC DEP Asbestos Control Program at 59-17 Junction Boulevard, floor, Corona, New York 11373-5108.

Please be advised building owners are responsible for the cleaning of building exteriors, grounds, and common areas. Adherence to proper cleaning methods is important for the protection of public health and the environment. DEP inspectors will be following up on this matter.

If you have any questions, you may reach the Department at (718) 595-3682 during office hours or the 24-hour Help Center at (718) DEP-HELP. DEP staff is available to provide guidance and technical assistance. c y

R. Radhakrishnan, P.E. Director Asbestos Control Program

(718) DEP-HELP

NYC-WTC 000092745