WTC environmental record, 44 Liberty Street, February 2002

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

February tJ , 2002 .

Building Owner Name: _ J) L.Q- t. j a2_«

Address: '1' fOt, L.. ,

Department of: Environmental Protection Subject: fin.- . + 59-17 Junction Boulevard Corona, NewYak . Dear Sir/Madam: 11368-5107

In September 2001, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) and the Department of Health (NYCDOH) advised Joel A. Miele Sr, P.E. building owners regarding building maintenance and re-occupancy issues Commissioner following the collapse of the World Trade Center. The steps included the assessment of building contamination for possible hazardous components, Robert C. Avaltroni '. Deputy Commissioner including asbestos. Bureau of Environmental Compliance Today, a visual survey of your building's exterior was conducted as a Tel (718) 595-4418 follow up to DEP's October survey of buildings around the World Trade Fax (718) 5854422 Center site. At the above referenced site, visible dust accumulations were observed at: ❑ building facade(s) ❑ setback(s) roof ❑ other,

Please be advised building owners are responsible for the cleaning of building exteriors, grounds and common areas. Due to changing conditions and continued activity at Ground Zero, building owners should periodically assess the condition of building exteriors and air conditioning systems for cleanliness and may have to periodically re-clean 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.

Please provide information regarding your actions to address the dust accumulations by February 27, 2002. Copies of the environmental hazard assessments including bulk sample results, air monitoring results and/or a summary of clean-up activities at the above-referenced site may be faxed to (718) 595-3744 or sent to the NYCDEP Asbestos Control Program at 59-17 Junction Boulevard, 8th floor, Corona, New York 11373-5108.

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

Sincerely,

c7R Radhakrishnan Director ~PE

Asbestos Control Program

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