NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
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February 12, 2002
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Department of
Environmental Mr. & Mrs. Irving Jaffe
Protection - 88 West Broadway - .
59-17 Junction Boulevard
New York, NY 10007-1073
Corona, New York
11368-5107 Subject: 68 WARREN STREET
80-84 West Broadway
Joel A. Miele Sr., P.E.
Commissioner Dear Sir/ Madam:
Robert C. Avaltroni In September 2001, the New York City Department and Environmental Protection
Deputy Commissioner (NYC DEP) and the Department of Health (NYC DOH) advised building owners
Bureau of regarding building maintenance and re-occupancy issues following the collapse of
Environmental Compliance
Tel (718) 595-4418 the World Trade Center. The steps included theprofessional assessment of building
Fax (718) 595-4422 contamination for possible hazardous components, including asbestos, and a
retrospective filing, as(required, if applicable.
The NYC DEP is hereby requesting copies ofithe 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 or
sent to the NYC DEP Asbestos Control Program at 59-17 Junction Boulevard; 8t1i
floor, Corona, New York 11373-5108.
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.
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.
Sincerely,
R. Radhakrishnan, P.E.
~aKcu' °''ec, Director
' ® ~ ° Asbestos Control Program
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