Code: ACP-5 (DEP asbestos assessment form)
Description: (Asbestos Assessment Report – ACP-5) is a New York City form used by a licensed asbestos investigator to report if asbestos is present and whether the planned work will disturb it. This report confirms either that there is no asbestos in the work area or that any asbestos found is below the city’s action limits and will not be disturbed by the project.
Practical Meaning: This means a DEP-certified asbestos investigator checked the work area and filed a report saying the job is not a “friable asbestos project” under NYC rules. As a homeowner, you usually need this report before DOB will issue many construction, renovation, or demolition permits, especially for older buildings.
Where You May See It: https://www.ess-nyc.com/services/asbestos-services/acp-5s You may see ACP-5 listed on DOB permit applications, in DEP asbestos records, in your architect’s or contractor’s filing package, or in emails from your design professional about asbestos clearance before a permit.
Why It Matters: Without a proper ACP-5 on file, DOB may not issue or may hold your permit, which can delay work and lead to extra costs. It also protects you and your tenants by confirming asbestos risks were checked and handled correctly before walls, ceilings, or other materials are opened.
Source: ACP-1 Info