The discovery of asbestos has delayed the demolition of the two residential structures in Shaftsbury, Vermont, a report by the Bennington Banner says. The residences will be replaced with a town garage.
David Keirnan, town administrator, told the Bennington Banner that asbestos was found in the roofs, walls and parts of the floor, and each structure must undergo remediation. According to the report, the select board approved a contract with TAM Waste Removal in Shaftsbury for $9,500 to demolish the buildings and a $9,800 contract with Catamount Environmental of Wilmington, Vermont, to remove the asbestos.
Residents have previously voiced a concern for the properties, saying that debris needed to be cleaned up as soon as possible, but state approval is needed before any demolition or remediation can begin.
According to the report, Catamount must submit a report on its findings to the state, which will take around two weeks. After the submission is approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state, asbestos removal can begin.
The garage project is still planned despite delays and will be out to bid by the end of summer, the report says. The project is scheduled for completion by November 2018.
David Keirnan, town administrator, told the Bennington Banner that asbestos was found in the roofs, walls and parts of the floor, and each structure must undergo remediation. According to the report, the select board approved a contract with TAM Waste Removal in Shaftsbury for $9,500 to demolish the buildings and a $9,800 contract with Catamount Environmental of Wilmington, Vermont, to remove the asbestos.
Residents have previously voiced a concern for the properties, saying that debris needed to be cleaned up as soon as possible, but state approval is needed before any demolition or remediation can begin.
According to the report, Catamount must submit a report on its findings to the state, which will take around two weeks. After the submission is approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state, asbestos removal can begin.
The garage project is still planned despite delays and will be out to bid by the end of summer, the report says. The project is scheduled for completion by November 2018.
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