“Vapor intrusion” refers to the process by which volatile chemicals move from a subsurface source into the indoor air of overlying or adjacent buildings. The New York State Departments of Health (“NYSDOH”) and Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”) have identified vapor intrusion as a major concern and it has become a dominant issue in their oversight activities. Moreover, because of the nature of sub-surface vapors, oftentimes vapor intrusion is not limited to on-site concerns but also to off-site impacts.
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Islip Zoning Board Permits Testimony by Live Video Conferencing
In what is believed to be unprecedented among zoning boards on Long Island, the Town of Islip Zoning Board recently permitted applicants to proffer testimony in support of their zoning application through the use of live video conferencing. The applicants, who were clients of this firm, had purchased a summer residence in the community of