Property Management

A Connecticut commercial landlord's property has excessive asbestos in the ceiling tiles that are deteriorating. Under Connecticut and federal law, the landlord must:

ASimply paint over the deteriorating tiles
BHave the asbestos abated by a licensed asbestos contractor following DEEP and EPA regulations✓ Correct
CWait until a tenant complains before taking action
DNotify the tenants but is not required to abate unless ordered by a court

Explanation

Friable (crumbling) asbestos that can release fibers poses a serious health hazard. Connecticut and EPA regulations require asbestos abatement by licensed contractors when asbestos-containing materials are in poor condition or will be disturbed.

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