NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
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February 12, 2002
D it of . . : . Building Owner
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Protection 56 Greenwich Street
59-17 )unction Boulevard New York, NY 10006
Corona, New York
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: { j 685b075 Subject. 56 GRFFNWICH STREET
a ~x 81-85 Washington St, 25-29 West St.
Joel A. Miele Sr., P.E.
Commissioner
Dear Sir/ Madam:
Robert C. Avaltroni
Deputy Commissioner In September 2001, the New York City Department and Environmental Protection
Bureau of i NY( DEP) and the Dep`artment of Health (NYC DOH) advised buildin g owners
Environmental Compliance regarding building maintenance and re-occupancy issues following the collapse of
rei (71 E) 595a41s the World Trade Center. The steps included the professional assessment of building'
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contamination forpossible hazardous components, including asbestos an - d,`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 refcrenced site. Please forward the requested documents to
our offices within l 1\[ BUSINESS DAYS. They may be faxed to (718) 595-3744 or
sent to the NYC Dl P Asbestos Control Program at 59-17 Junction Boulevard, 8a'
. .":, 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. DI:;P 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 4 -hour Help Center at (718) DEP-HELP. DEP staff is available
to provide guidance and technical assistance.
Sincerely,
R. Radhakrishnan, P.L.
1 Director
t DP ) Asbestos Control Program
NYC-WTC 000128255
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