The following information is required for the Reading Public Health Department to sign off on Demolition Permits:

• Pest Control Assessment Report: confirmation from a licensed pest control operator showing that an assessment, and treatment if necessary, has been completed.
• Asbestos Assessment Plan from a Licensed Asbestos Inspector: If asbestos is found, please provide a removal plan, from a Licensed Asbestos removal contractor and a copy of the DEP ANF001 form.
• Lead Safe Renovation Plan: If the structure was built before 1978, the demolition contractor has to be a licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards as a Licensed Lead Safe Renovation contractor and their employees must be trained in the use of lead-safe work practices.
• Survey of septic tanks and cesspools if present , must also be filed for an abandonment permit.
• Dust Remediation Plan: identifying how dust is to be controlled during the demolition process to prevent migration across the property line. 
• A survey of wells (irrigation and potable) must be conducted.
• A Temporary Dumpster Permit – if demolished materials are to be stored onsite, overnight, or longer.

*** Additional information may be required based on the nature, location, and length of the project. **** 

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