EPA takes action against two Rhode Island companies for Clean Air Act Asbestos violations

Summary:

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has settled with Citadel Properties, LLC, and Strive Construction, LLC, two Rhode Island-based property management and real estate development firms, for alleged Clean Air Act (CAA) asbestos reporting violations. The companies will pay a penalty of $24,800 for failing to notify the EPA of their intention to demolish a building and for not inspecting the building for asbestos presence before demolition. This settlement reinforces the requirements for companies to comply with reporting requirements and uphold their commitments to public and environmental safety, with a focus on environmental justice areas.