Who is covered
Owners undertaking renovation, alteration, or demolition work that could disturb material requiring a DOB permit.
What the law requires
- Engage a DEP-Certified Asbestos Investigator (CAI) before filing for the DOB permit.
- File the ACP-5 (or pursue a full Asbestos Project / ACP-7 abatement) and obtain DEP acceptance.
- For full demolition, ensure the ACP-5 reflects the entire building is asbestos-free.
Filing frequency and deadlines
Penalty structure
Non-compliance with ACP-5 can result in the following penalties:
- DOB will not issue the permit without an accepted ACP-5; DEP penalties for improper asbestos work.
Exemptions
- Work that cannot disturb material, per the CAI assessment.
Recent updates and amendments
Filing for the DOB permit before the ACP-5 is accepted stalls the permit — sequence the CAI inspection first.
Reference
Official source: DOB — Asbestos Project Requirements
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