NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
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• In September 2001, the New York City Department of Environmental
Protection (NYCDEP) and the Department of Health (NYCDOH) advised
.lost A. Miele Sr., P.E. building owners regarding building maintenance and re-occupancy issues
C! On.T following the collapse of the World Trade Centel The steps included the
assessment of building contamination for possible hazardous components,
Robert C.
Dept Commissioner including asbestos.
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entat Cwnpnaece Today, a visual survey of your building's exterior was conducted as a
Tel (718) 59:1.4418 follow up to DEP's October survey of buildings around the World Trade
Fax (718) Center site. At the above referenced site, visible dust accumulations were
observed at ❑ building facade(s)
back(s)
roof
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Please be advised building owners are responsible for the cleaniriE 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 abovereferenced site may be faxed to
(718) 595-3744 or sent to the NYCDEP Asbestos Control Program at 59-17
Junction Boulevard, 8a` floor, Corona, New York 11:373-5108.
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
~•rrP Radhakrishnan, P.E
Director
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NYC-WTC 000127863
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