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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMiscellaneous - 16 EDGELAWN AVENUE 4/30/2018 (3) 16 Edgelawn #5 Heritage Grn Ad�ress oc ul S Title of File Page of Date File Open: Date file closed: Doc Document/Action Title Date of Refer to other Purpose of Document/Action and notes: action Document/ document/ Num. Action Department Board of Appeals - Board of Health - Planning Board - Conservation Commission- Building Department Town of North Andover Health Department 30 School Street North Andover,MA 10845 May 11, 1999 RE: 16 Edgelawn Avenue To whom it xray concern: Please consider this letter my request for an extension from the Health Department concerning 16 Edgelawn Avenue. The work is ongoing at this time. Completion is expected by May 14. Respectfully, i� /. a Y"--, Lisa L.Allis Property Manager Diversified Funding Inc. T4%tN o1 OR T H ANIQ- 0'1 z�' I EiOARD 0+1c 11EALi H n� EMAY:1:3 1999 a DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORATED 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts o21 10 CAF1LCSIHGUNVr99\16EL A0C May 10,1999 (6 17)227-0893 FAX(617)227.2995 Town of North Andover Health Department 30 School Street North Andover, MA 10845 May 11, 1999 RE: 16 Edgelawn Avenue To whom it may concern: Please consider this letter my request for an extension from the Health Department concerning 16 Edgelawri.Avenue:-)The work is ongoing at this time. Completion is expected by May 14. Respectfully, Lisa L. Allis r TOWN QF N0 FrMH 4n,V t Properly Manager BOARD ;jL ;[�y Diversified Funding, Inc. MAY 1 7 1999 /Is DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORATED 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02110 CAFILES\HGUN1T99\16EL.D0C May 10, 1999 (617) 227-0893 FAX(617) 227-2995 VIOLATIONS TO BE CORRECTED NO LATER THAN SEVEN DAYS FROM RECEIPT OF THIS ORDER LETTER: VIOLATION REGULATION REINSPECTION -Holes in ceiling in laundry 410.500 room over boiler. -All walls, ceilings, etc. shall be maintained in good repair. -Water damage seen on wall under 410.500 window and under sink. There is evidence of mold and stains. -All walls, floors, ceilings, etc. shall be maintained to exclude rain, snow, / rodents, etc. Must be free from chronic dampness. -Insufficient make-up air in the boiler 410.351 room. Only current source is door to common hall. (Per J. Dio=i, Gas/ Plumbing Inspector) -All heating equipment to be maintained according to accepted standards. i,1,z ai SENDER: I also wish to receive the ■Complete items 1 and/or 2 for additional services. following services(for an w ■Complete items 3,4a,and 4b. d ■Print your name and address on the reverse of this form so that we can return this extra fee): card to you. d ■Attach this form to the front of the mailpiece,or on the back if space does not 1.El Addressee's Address m permit. 2.El Restricted Delivery m � ■Write"Return Receipt Requested"on the mailpiece below the article number. ry to t ■The Return Receipt will show to whom the article was delivered and the date Consult postmaster for fee. +� delivered. P a 0 3.Article Addressed to: 4a.Article Number m of s2 9 V FoZd CL 4b.Service Type E 3 ❑ Registered ertified ❑ Express Mail ❑ Insured CM eturn Receipt for Merchandise ❑ COD 3 7.Date of Delivery o 0I 5.Received By: (Print Name) 8.Addressee's Address(Only if requested Y and fee is paid) 6.Sigatur : (A dr Agent) ~ 'o X a -T PS Form 3811,De ember 1994 102595-98-13-0229 Domestic Return Receipt jNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE First-Class Mail Postage&Fees Paid �p`y M 40 """""`--- USPS j Permit No.G-10 •Print your na e, add1pss, a d ZIP Code in_this box • ,,�5-,9 BOARD O'WJlll'N 27 CHARLES SYRW NORTH ANDOVER,MA 01845 �!1lits:t�l�tt�tt�ii�iltlstcttit��tYtf�tssiss�itilslsllsisst�I Town of North Andover a NORTH OFFICE OF 3?O`st e o e*tiO L COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES A ; i 27 Charles Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 �9SSAcfHus���y WILLIAM J. SCOTT Director (978)688-9531 Fax (978)688-9542 June 23, 1999 Lisa L. Allis Heritage Green Condominium 39 Farrwood Ave. #1 North Andover, MA 01845 RE: 16 Edgelawn Ave. Dear Ms. Allis: This is to confirm that on May 20, 1999 a followup inspection was performed at the above site to check that violations cited in the order letter of April 30, 1999 had been corrected. At that inspection it was found that all holes in the ceiling had been repaired and that the water damage had been repaired. The plumbing department will be following and reporting on the make-up air in the boiler room. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, Sandra Starr, R.S. Health Administrator Cc: D. Valente J. Diozzi File BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVATION 688-9530 HEALTH 688-9540 PLANNING 688-9535 ' SENDER: I also wish to receive the ;o ■Complete items 1 and/or 2 for additional services. following ServlC@S(for an U) ■Complete items 3,4a,and 4b. r) ■Print your name and address on the reverse of this form so that we can return this extra fee): card to you. v d ■Attach this form to the front of the mailpiece,or on the back if space does not 1.El Addressee's Address i ■Write permit. st "Retum Receipt Requested"on the mailpiece below the article number. 2.❑ Restricted Delivery W 0 ■The Return Receipt will show to whom the article was delivered and the date Consult postmaster for fee. Cn ►� delivered. P Q 0 3.Article Addressed to: 4a.Article Number Q 4b.ServiceT ���R/ 000urn r 1D��,t k Certified ¢ all ❑ Insured7Xeceipt for erc6ndise1 ❑ COD t, 7. Date of 051i _. n 0 0 5—.Received By: (Prinatt Name) 8.Addressee's Address(Only if equested Y D��i'f� rads paid) z 6.Signature: Addressee or Agent) ~ , �---- - a y PS Form 3811,December 1994 102595-98-13-0229 Domestic Return Receipt UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE First-Class Mail Postage&Fees Paid USPS Permit No.G-10 •Print your name, address, and ZIP Code in this box • BOARD OF ALTH 27 N�NORTN MIXtES Nor. OVER,MA 01845 o DT a® CO 0:9rn PS Form 3800, March 1993 T7- o o p a N n v v v n 8= m m n o 0 z 3. N v. �D i � �� , N c -1'n Un D 0 o v ry _ M CD CD C a N m CD m —kCD "O o oC. .G 3 t7 0 I' 3 o< Cr -0- m m d -C CD 2 U o Gl °' ° , a m m CL f�1 ai SENDER: 1 also wish to receive the ;o ■Complete items 1 and/or 2 for additional services. fOIIOWIn services for an :'t.. rn ■Complete items 3,4a,and 4b. g ;;..... a� ■Print your name and address on the reverse of this form so that we can return this extra fee): t i card to you. ■Attach this form to the front of the mailpiece,or on the back if space does not 1.❑ Addressee's Address perm■ Write t"RetuReceipt Requested"on the mailpiece below the article number. 2.❑ Restricted Delivery cn ri ern Y ■The Return Receipt will show to whom the article was delivered and the date delivered. Consult postmaster for fee. a o 3.Article Addressed to: 4a.Article Number � � a _ 4b. Service Type o U ❑ Registered Certified u,/ ❑ Express Mail ❑ Insured C t ;' w C3'Return Receipt for Merchandise E] COD 7. Date of Delivery o y{ -i' Q 0 x Ik9 5. Received By: (Print Name) 8.Addressee's Address (Only if requested Y ; f and fee is paid) ; # C 6.Signature: (Addressee or Agent) 0 X T � PS Form 3811, December 1994 102595-98-e-0229 Domestic Return Receipt } Town of North Andover NORTH OFFICE OF Oy ttEo °,tio°c COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES A 27 Charles Street :�o North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 WILLIAM J. SCOTT SSACHU Director (978)688-9531 Fax (978)688-9542 NORTH ANDOVER BOARD OF HEALTH ORDER Issued under the provisions of the State Sanitary Code, Chapter 11, Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, 105 CMR 410.000. Date: April 30, 1999 To Owner of Record: Property Location: Heritage Green Condominium 39 Farrwood Ave. #1 16 Edgelawn Ave. North Andover, MA 01845 N. Andover,MA 01845 An authorized inspection was made of the property at the above address by North Andover Health Department and Building Department personnel on April 30, 1999. This inspection revealed violations of certain regulations of the State Sanitary Code, Chapter II, as listed on the attached Violation Form. You are hereby ORDERED to correct these violations within the time allotted on the enclosed form. Failure to comply within the allotted time period may result in a criminal complaint against you in the Lawrence District Court and may result in an assessment of a fine. You have the right to request a hearing before the Board of Health if you feel this order should be modified or withdrawn. A request for said hearing must be made in writing and received by the Health Department within seven (7) days from the receipt of this order. At said hearing you will be given an opportunity to be heard and to present witness and documentary evidence as to why this order should be modified or withdrawn. All affected parties will be informed of the date, time and place of the hearing and of their right to inspect and copy all records concerning the matter to be heard. You may be represented by an attorney. You also have the right to inspect and obtain copies of all relevant records concerning the matter to be heard. BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVATION 688-9530 HEALTH 688-9540 PLANNING 688-9535 Please do not hesitate to call the Health Department with any questions you may have. Sandra Starr, R. S. Health Administrator Cc: D. Valente Building Dept. Fire Dept. BOH Wm. Scott, Dir. CD&S r Div e sifted — Boston File VIOLATIONS TO BE CORRECTED NO LATER THAN SEVEN DAYS FROM RECEIPT OF THIS ORDER LETTER: VIOLATION REGULATION REINSPECTION -Holes in ceiling in laundry 410.500 room over boiler. -All walls, ceilings, etc. shall be maintained in good repair. -Water damage seen on wall under 410.500 window and under sink. There is evidence of mold and stains. -All walls, floors, ceilings, etc. shall be maintained to exclude rain, snow, rodents, etc. Must be free from chronic dampness. , -Insufficient make-up air in the boiler 410.351 room. Only current source is door to common hall. (Per J. Diozzi, Gas/ Plumbing Inspector) -All heating equipment to be maintained according to accepted standards. FAX MESSAGE DIVERSIMD FUNDING INC. at HERITAGE GREEN CONDOMINIUM 63 ATLANTIC AVENUE 39 FART WOOD, AVENUE UNIT #1 BOSTON, MA 02110 NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845 DATE TO: S#-&J^O aA DEPARTMENT: FAX PHONE NUMBER: (0 9 5 q'a CC: FROM: T t fy? c c�,-jy y SUBJECT: # OF PAGES (INCLUDING THIS COVER SKEET) - MESSAGE: IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ALL PAGES, PLEASE CALL BACK IMMEDIATELY. VOICE: 508-685-4434 or 617-371-2674 FAX: 508-685-0521 NORTH ANDOVER HEALTH DEPARTMENT 120 Main Street • North Andover, MA 01845 Telephone (508) 682-6483, Ext. 32 Housing Inspection Report COMPLAINT # _ COMPLAINANT :20A) ADDRESS OF PREMISES OCCUPANT OWNER OWNER'S ADDRESS DATE OF INSPECTION c� 9 HOUR .` ROOMS/VIOLATION: INSPECTOR iIR•1 Actlon Press 685.7000 �a TOWN OF NORTH AND(ME-11 BOARD OF HEALTH [.LJAN 2 January 6, 1998 Donna Valente 16 Edgelawn Avenue #5 North Andover, MA 01845 Re: Letter received January .5, 1998, elated .Ianuary 2, 1999. Dear Donna Valente, Please be advised that your requests in regards to the alleged poor air quality in your building located at 16 Edgelawn Avenue, North Andover, MA has, as you are aware, been investigated to its fullest degree. In addition, the Association has continued to keep the North Andover Board of Health appraised of our lengthy endeavor in this regard and its remedy. Respectfu Tames R. McCarthy Property Manager cc: Sandra Starr DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORATED 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 021 10 (617) 227-0893 FAX (617) 227-2995 16 Edgelawn .Avenue, #5 North Andover, MA 01845 January 2 , 1998 Mr . James McCarthy Heritage Green Condominium 39 Farrwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mr. McCarthy: As I have informed the Management numerous times during the past year, most recently via my phone call of December 31 , 1997 , I have been experiencing a serious , persistent , and debilitating Air quality problem in my unit , and in the common areas. I am now well beyond the limit of my patience and resiliency, i particularly since the situation has been an on-going one since .November of 1996 , with no resolution to date . I am, therefore , requesting one more time that the source of the problem be located and eliminated, without further delay. Sincerely, l Donna M. Valente Cc : Sandra Starr, Health Administrator, North Andover Board of .Health Nina Romano, President, Board of Trustees for the 'Condominium _ ____. - 5 `uC r 4 a y� Har-22-97 11 : 18A GordonAirQuality 508 670 1332 P . O1 GORLk-)N AIR QUALITY CONSULTANTS, INC. P.U. Box 5239 . 6 Minton Road Billorica, Massachusetts 01821-5239 lal. (508)663-9213 • Fax (508)670-1332 FAX COVER PAGE Date: 03/22/97 To: Jim McCarthy Diversified Funding Corporation 39 Farwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01835 Fax No. 508-685-0521 From: David Gordon, P.E. , CIH, QEP 10 pages including cover page. Comments: Dear Jim, 1' am faxing you another copy of the final report as per your request. I have £ y comments or questions, please call. David 091161IS97 12:57 7919444082 CASHINS & ASS7CIQT=1-11 PAGE 0? Adgmftk a�CASHINS & �, Atates, Inc. 1iow'.'r Ir.ArsY•i•/M��ene k fnvL4rnuPnf7l TrslinR "` ry 6 jon-7 September 16, 1997 Jim McCarthy Heritage Creen Condominium 39 Fanwood Avenue Unit No. 11 North Andover,MA 01845 Dear Jim: Cashins&Associates,Inc. conducted a survey of the condominium units located at Building 16. '1 he purpose of the&uTvey was to detemtine if iodoor air quality problems alleged by the occupant of Unit No. 5 could be verified. The walk through survey of the units revealed that all the units exccpr Unit No. 1 were in good condition. Unit No. 1 was completely full of olutter with mold growing on dishes in the sink. A pot with burnt contents was observed ou the stove. 'tie batt tub was full of water. The floor was littered with debris,including numerous plastic trash bas with Unknown contents. At the time of the survey,the person in Unit No. 5 was not experiencing symptoms.. .A lean of the building using a photoioaizatiou detector(PID)did not reveal any obvious source of co itamina6on. The PID i9 a survey fnstmment that measiuvs volatile oxgan;cs In the range of 1 part per million(,ppm). The results of the survey ace attached as Table :No. 1. Prior to the survey,i reviewed a report of an indoor air quality assessment perfotrned by Gordou Air Quality Consultants,Inc. The report indicated that high levels of volatile orgastic compounds were detected in Unit No. 16. The report indicates that the levels of acetone,2-butariono NEK),and ethanol(ethyl alcohol)were considered to be high. The concentration of the three identified compotmds were higher than the other compounds detected. However,the concemratioa of the three compounds,were substantially below the risk based Whalation criteria developed by the Massachusetts Department of Environmeatai Protection(DEP). The DEP criteria is known as the Massachusetts Allowable Threshold Concentrations(ATC'). A comparison of the detected levels and the ATC for the three compounds mmhoned in the report is provided below. C'[LNITMIMU710 ' Nll l�t�iii Str��t • Reaiins. -MA 01667 • Phone:b17,944-4064 • Fp;:617-944-40132 ©5/1611997 12.87 7819444082 CASHIN5 AS570CIAT6S PAGE 03 Compound 3edrQ00t i Bedroom 2 ACT Valoe 1:00 - 10:30 m 10:30 m- 10:10 am Acetone 337.08 246.94 800 2-butanone K 84.83 143.16 1000 Ethanol(ethyl alcohol 22,75 47.56 250 NOTE All values reported in micrograms per cubic meter of air(uglm3). The total amount of volatile organics in the unit tested is elevated in terms of office space ambient air levels. However,it is unclear what levels are considered higb in a residential apartment. The acetone detected could be a laboratory contaminant or possibly from fngemail polish or.nail polisb remover. The MEK detected may be paint thinner or a vent. The ethanol may have originated fr m"aloohol" or may be of a eleaniog sol y gr Y � solution. However,it is not known what the actual source or sources are. The woman in Unit No.5 appears to have legitimate symptoms. She tray be a hypersensitive person that reacts to contaminants at levels normally tolerated by others or there may be a source of coutarniaation genemtiug from outside the apartment. The obvious outside source would by Unit No, 1. The deplorable condition could be a source of a variety of contaminants that would not be expected from apartments that are cared for even in the most basic way. The route of contamination spread,ifthe source was Uait No. 1,would likely be out the patio door and up to the Unit No.5 patio area,out the bathroom exhaust and up to the Unit No.5 patio area,or through pipe chases behind walls. The survey performed was limited due to the fact that no symptoms were being experienced at the time of the survey. It appears from the limited data coilected,that a serious beak hazard does not exist. This statement is made based upon the fact that the major contaminants detected ib the unit were not above the Massachusetts ATC values, However. that does not Wrenn that an indoor air quality problem does not exist. The occupant of Unit No. 5 has an obvious problem. The recommended first step would be to clean Unit No. 1 and see if the symptoms experienced by the occupant of Unit No.5 dissipate or end. If you have any questions please call. Sincerely, Rs tiAsoc' tes,Inc. Cn Certified Industrial Hygienist e u�uMa�a:v CASHtNS&ASSOCIATES,1nc. M Mtin$trt�et • Rreading,MA 01867 4 Phone,(47-944-4060 Fax:07-9.44-4082 Client: Heritage Green Condominium Location: Buildiog 16 Survey Date: September d, 1497 Tabu No. 1 Volatile Organic Compounds(VOC) Survey Results Building 16 Unit No, Lotatiori Results(ppm)' Total VOC S Thr out space <l a 1wPukhout Space 'el 3 Throughout spAct <� 2 Throu hoot ace l I Tbr out ace <1 Laura Throughout space �1 NOTE.: Laundry Area also ebecked for the Miming- Carbon Dioxide 650-800 ppm Carbon Monoxide <l ppm • Measured using a photoioaization detector,calibrated as benzene. e_uroxrvta,ssCASHINS&ASSOCIATES,Inc. 80 Main Street • Reading, MA 01867 9 Phone:617-944-400 • Fax:61,7-9.14-40806' Aar-22-97 11 : 18A GordonAir Quality 508 670 1332 p _ pl GORIXDN AIR QUALITY CONSULTANTS, INC. P.O. Box 5239 -6 Minton Road Billerica, Massachusetts 01821-5239 1a1. (508) 663-9213 • Fax (508) 670-1332 FAX COVER PAGE Date: 03/22/97 To: Jim McCarthy Diversified Funding Corporation 39 Farwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01845 Fax No. 508-685-0521 From: David' Gordon, P.E. , CIH, QEp- 10 pages including cover page. Comments: Dear Jim, I am faxing you another copy of the final report as per your request. have a y comments or questions, please call. David C30RLX.)N AIR QUALITY CONSUI TANTS, INC. n P.O. Box 5239 • 6 Minton Road Billerica, Massachusetts 01821-5239 TeL (508)663-9213 • Fax (508)670.1332 March 11, 1997 Project No. 01DFC-Valente Mr. James R. McCarthy Diversified Funding Corporation Property Manger 39 Farwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mr. McCarthy: On February 10-11, 1997 , Gordan Air Quality consultants, Inc. performed a series of indoor air tests in Unit No. 16 at the Heritage Green Condominiums located in 'Andover, Massachusetts. The testing was authorized by Diversified Funding, Incorporated in response to several complaints made by the tenant regarding odors from outside the condominium migrating into Unit No. 16 . The odors reportedly caused the tenant to experience difficulty in breathing, eye irritation frequent headaches. The occupant of Unit No. 16 reported that the symptoms seem to be related to the odors. Odors, described as chemical odors, were reported by other tenants in the building. Common descriptions of the odor include "alcohol,, and "ammoniao, . 1. SCOpz OF WORK The Scope of Work was well defined. Our role was to sample the, air in Unit No. 16 to determine the presence and concentration of ammonia and organic vapors. We tested for these chemicals based on information obtained from the occupant in Unit No. 16 ,and my preliminary site assessment of condominium and adjacent common areas. The testing was conducted over about a 24 hour period beginning on February 10 and ending on February 11, 1997 . Specifically, the scope of work involved performing the following tasks: 1. 1 Determine the concentration of total volatile organic compounds in two consecutive periods in the bedroom of Unit No. 16; 1. 2 Determine the concentration and identity of individual airborne organic compounds in selected locations in Unit No. 16; 1. 3 Determine the concentration of ammonia in two selected locations in Unit No. 16; 1 1. 4 Perform an environmental inspection of Unit No. 26 in an attempt to determine pathways for air contaminants from outside the Unit to make their way into the Unit; 1. 5 Record and comment on our observations while at the site. 1. 6 Generate a report ,presenting the results of the tests along with our comments and recommendations. 2 . 00 METHODOLOGY The methodologyr used for sampling and analyses were generally consistent with those used by the industrial hygiene community. Specifically, the methodologies used are as follows., 2 . 1 Determination of Total Volatile organic compounds The concentration of airborne organic compounds was determined by drawing a sample of air through a glass tube filled with a specially purified activated charcoal. The organic chemicals that are in the air are collected onto the surface of the charcoal . Gas chromatography is used to determine the total amount of organic compounds collected on the charcoal . 2 .2 Identification of Airborna Organic Compounds The concentration and identification of Total Volatile Organic compounds (TVOCs) was determined by drawing a known volume of the air to be tested, through a tube filled with a specially treated tri-matrix activated media. The tri-matrix media collects the organic compounds. Analysis of the samples was performed using gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy. 2 . 3 Determination of Ammonim The Presence and concentration of ammonia was determined by drawing a known volume of air through a specially prepared sampling tube. The sampling tube is filled with a matrix that traps ammonia . The tubes were analyzed using ion chromatography. 3 . 00 RESULTS 3 . 1 Total Airborne organic compound Test Results Table 3 . 1 presents the results of the total airborne organic compounds testing in Unit No. 16. 2 C�C)RIx�N AIR QU:�LITY C:'c�NSi_1L.T.gN 1 ti, INC:,' Table 3 .i Total Airborne organic Compound Test Results Sample Location Total Concentration Micrograms per Cubic Deter Bedroom .562 Living Room 1, 231 3 . 2 Airborne organics Compound Identity and Concentration Table 3 . 2 presents the identity and concentrations of individual airborne organic compounds detected in the bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the houxs of 1 : 00 PM- 10: 30PM. TABLE 3.2 Concentration and Identification of Mrborna Orginic Compounds in the Master Bedroom Sample Location Identification Concentration micrograms/M3 Bedroom benzene 1. 89 (1 : 00 PM-10: 30PM) 1, 4-dichlorobenzene 5 . 90 ethyl benzene 1. 12 toluene 8 . 43 1., 2 , 4-trimethylbenzene 1. 12 1, 3 , 5-trimethylbenzene trace m/p-xylene 3 . 08 o-xylene 1.. 12 chloromethane trace methylene chloride 2 . 81 tetrachloroethane 3 . 09 1, 1, 1-trichloroethane 5 . 62 trichlorofluoromethane 2 . 53 acetone 337 . 03 2-butanone (MEK) 84 . 83 1 , 1-dif luoroethane 1.. 69 2-methylbutane, 3 . 65 pentane 5. 34 2-methyl-1, 3-butadiene 1. 97 ethanol 22 . 75 2-methylpentane, 2 . 81 isopropyl alcohol 4 . 78 MTBE 2 . 25 hexane 3 . 37 3 (';C)RLX)N AIP QLIALITI'(_i_)NSULI;,\NTS, INS_. Table 3.2 continued Sample Locaion Identafication concentration t micx'oq.rams/M3 2-methyl-2-propenal 4 . 49 methyl-cyclopentarie 1. 69 3-methyl-hexane 1 . 97 heptane 2 . 25 methylcyclohexane 2 . 53 2--methylheptane 3 . 65 3-methylheptane 2 . 53 octane 4 . 49 1, 2-dimethyloyclohexane 1. 40 1, 4-dimethylcyclohexane 1 . 12 2 , 6--dimethylheptane 1. 12 1, 2 , 4-t.rimethylcyclohexane 2 . 25 4-methyloctane 2 . 25 nonane 4 .76 i-ethyl-4-methylcyclohexane 1.97 decane 8 . 15 d-limonene 16 , 85 undecane 4 . 78 camphor 7 . 97 unidentified 0. 56 unidentified 3 . 65 unidentified 4 . 49 Unidentified 3 . 09 unidentified 3 . 93 unidentified 2. . 53 unidentified 4 121. Total airborne organic cormpoun4a 599 .93 Table 3 . 3 presents the identity and concentrations of individual airborne organic compounds detected in the air in the bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the hours of 10: 35FM-10: 10MI, 4 GORDON AIR QUA LIT YC:IDNSULTANTS, INC... TABLZ 3 . 3 concentration and Identification of Bedroom ne Organic Compounds in the P Sample Locat on Compc)und Concentration micrograms/M3 Bedroom No. 2 benzene 1. 86 (10: 35PM-10 : 10AM) 1, 4-dichlorobenzene 7 . 42 c ethyl benzene nzene 1.. 16 2-propylbenzene trace styrene trace toluene 8 . 35 1, 2 , 4-tri_mdthylbenzene 1. 38 1_, 3 , 5-trimethylbenzerie 0. 48 m/p-xylene 3 . 25 o-xylene 1. 16 carbontetrachloride trace chloroform 5 . 57 chloromethane 4 . 87 methylene chloride 3 . 02 tetrachloroethane 3 . 25 trichlorofluoromethane 10. 21 acetone , 246 . 94 2-butanone (MEK) 143 . 16 dichlorofouromethane 8 . 1.2 2 , 4-dimethylpentanal 1 . 62 2-methylbutane 5 . 34 pentane 5 . 10 1, 3-pentadiene 2 . 09 ethanol 47 . 56 isopropyl alcohol 11. 14 MTBE 3 . 02 hexane 3 .48 2-methyl-2-propenal 3 . 71 methylcyGlopentane 1. 36 2-methylhexane 2 .723 3-methylhexane 4 . 18 2 , 2 , 4-trimethylpentane 1. 86 heptane 3 . 48 methylcyclohexane 2 . 32 2-met}iy1heptane 6 . 03 3-metliylheptane 4 . 41 octane 7 . 19 2-dimethylcy 1 clohexane 2 . 32 ' 1, 3-dimethylc clohexar 1e 1. 86 2 , 6-dimethylheptane 1. 86 1, 1, 2-tr_imethylcyclohexane 5. 10 ethylcyclohexane 4 . 18 1, 1, 3-trimethy1cyclohexane 2 . 32 1, 2 , 4-trimethylcyclohexane 4 . 18 5 C.Ofkf)ON AIR QUALITY CONSULTi\NTS, INC, J Table 3 .3 Continued Sample Location Compound ConcentratxoT n - micrograms/M3 4-methyloctane 3 .71 nonane 5. 80 1--ethyl--4-methyl-cyclohexane 2 . 32 3-methylnonane 2 . 09 decane 10. 44 1-ethyl-4-methyl-benzene 1. 16 d-limonene 16. 94 undecane 7 . 42 dodecane 2 . 09 camphor 3 . 02 unidentified 0. 46 unidentified 7 . 42 unidentified 4 . 87 unidentified 4 . 87 unidentified 3 . 71 unidentified 4 . 41 Total airborne organic compounds 673.40 Table 3 . 4 presents the identity and concentrations of ammonia detected in the air in the Unit bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the hours of 1: 00PM - 10: 00AM the next morning. TABLE 3 . 4 Ammonia, Test Results Sample Location Concentration micrograms/M3 B(,droom Sample 24 . 5 (1: OOPM-10 : 10AM) Living Room Sample 29. 5 (2 : OOPM-10: 00AM) 4 . 00 DISCUSSION OF RROULTS AND RgCOMMENDA.TIONS The results of the survey are discussed in the following sections. 4. 1 Airborn6 Organic Compounds The concentrations measured in the bedroom ranged from. 562-599 micrograms per cubic meter to 599 during the 6 (jC)RLX)N AIR QUALITY(---0NSt)[TANTti, INC, R k. afternoon/evening tests to 673-1, 231 micrograms per cubic meter for the overnight test. Typical indoor airborne organic compound concentrations rarely exceed 200 micrograms per cubic meter and concentrations over 500 micrograms per cubic meter have been documented to cause indoor air quality problems. It is our experience and the literature states that many people will have some form of adverse effect when exposed to concentrations exceeding 1, 000 micrograms per cubic. of particular note are the unusually high concentrations of acetone, 2--butanone (MEK) and ethanol (ethyl alcohol) . These compounds are not normally found in the air in these elevated concentrations unless there is a nearby source of generation. There were several unusual organic compounds which were detected in the air in Unit No: 16. These include d-- limonene, trichlorofluoromethane, methyl chloroform and others. Many of the other compounds detected are commonly found in commercial solvent blends like naphtha, Stoddard solvent, kerosene, etc. However, many of these other compounds are those which can be normally found in the atmosphere, albeit in lower concentrations. It is impossible to determine whether these compounds were generated from gasoline emissions, fuel oil emissions, etc. or from solvents. in my opinion, the unusually high concentrations indicate that there is a source of chemical generation other than the usual motor vehicle and heating source emissions. Most of the chemicals which we detected are flammable. The concentrations which were measured in Unit No. 16 are well below the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) and do not pose a fire hazard in the Unit. However, if there is a source of acetone and/or ethyl alcohol in the building, a fire hazard could exist at the site of .use or storage, depending on the quantities used and stored. If these chemicals are being used or stored in the building, the practise should be discontinued immediately. _ We recommend that the source of these contaminants be identified and eliminated. The concentrations and species of the chemicals detected are riot considered appropriate for residences. If the source of these contaminants are not removed, a mechanical exhaust system should be installed in the space(s) where individuals are being exposed 7 GOUX")N AIR QUALITY C0NSLILTANTS, INC.'. 4 .2 Ammonia The concentrations of ammonia detected on the living room and bedroom samples were 29 . 5 and 24 .5 micrograms per cubic meter, respectively. These concentrations are not typical in an indoor environment. However, ammonia is a very common household compound. It would not be unusual to detect ammonia in a residence where ammonia is used. 4 . 3 Odors During the assessment odors were noted by both Gordon Air Quality Consultants, Inc. The odors detected were consistent with those described by tenants in the building. 'These odors were not considered to be typical of an indoor environment. 4 . 4 General The Unit of concern was found to be very clean and neat. There were no signs of contaminant generation in the space. All commercial cleaners and other related Products were tightly sealed. There were no signs of leaks or spills anywhere in the Unit. The tenant has made an excellent attempt at sealing cracks, seams, pipe chases, and other openings that interface between the Unit and the floor below. However, there were many pathways that stall were open. For example the wall itself is hollow and it has been my experience and has been reported in the literature that odors will migrate up through the wall space and flow into a living space via small openings in electrical receptacles, cable connections, telephone connections, etc. that interface between the living space and the inside of the walls due to natural draft (chimney effect) . In an attempt to locate aathway for contaminants to migrate into 9 the Unit, Y inspected the laundry room located on the first floor_ . A large hole exists in the wall behind the hot water heater through which pipes and other necessary equipment run. Air current tubas clearly rly indicated that air from the laundry room moves into the hole in the wall and rises rapidly up the inside of the wall. This indicates that the wall space could act as a conduit to bring contaminants released inside the wall up into the Unit. Of course the testing that was performed is only a snapshotarin time. The concentration of chemicals found in the air of Unit No. 16 could be higher or lower on another day depending on the activities taking place in the buildingand in the Unit itself. 8 (.30RDON AIR QUALITY C:0NSULTANTS, IN(:. conclusion, it is my opinion that some of the chemicals found in Unit No. 16 are migrating in from an outside source. As-.a short term solution, a continuing effort should be matte to seal all interfaces between Unit No. 16 and the other parts of the building. however. , by far, the best way to eliminate the contaminants in Unit No, 16 is to find the source of generation and eliminate it. If you h ve any questions about this report please call me. V -Y--._Yours, a Ga on, Ii, QEp Gordon Air Quality Cons ants, Inc. 9 GC)RIX)N ,-SIR QUA UTY CONSULTANTS, INC;. -------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Edgelawn Avenue, #5 North Andover, MA 01845 August 18, 1997 Sandra Starr = J r- V-"X North Andover Board of Health _"` 30 School Street1991 North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mrs. Starr: I am writing to let you know that the air quality problem in my condo is an on-going one, and that I have been advised by a physician specializing in environmental medicine and toxicology to remain out of the environment as much as possible until the problem is corrected. Would you please drop me a line at your earliest convenience to let me know. what the Board of Health intends to do at this point to assist in alleviating the situation. Thank you kindly. Sincerely, Donna M. Valente P .S . The next Heritage Green Condominium trustee meeting is scheduled for August 25 , 1997. Please see enclosure. 16 Edgelawn Avenue, #5 North Andover, MA 01845 July 24, 1997 Mr. James McCarthy Diversified Funding Corporation 39 Farrwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mr. McCarthy: I am writing in regard to your letter of June 13, 1997, received on June 25 , 1997, in which you asked that I contact you when I "determine that the situation is at its highest level" . I am not an industrial chemist, and therefore am not qualified to do so. Furthermore, it is not my responsibility. I note that the situation has not been corrected, and that Diversified Funding Corporation is now in violation of the. North Andover Board of Health order of May 28, 1997, to do so. In the meantime, I have suffered more symptoms, and have been forced to seek emergency medical attention. In addition, I have an appointment with an industrial toxicology expert to determine whether permanent damage has 'been done to my health . I will forward the bills for my medical care to Diversified Funding Corporation, .at the above address. Sincerely, Donna M. Valente . ^ . . ~ ---'- | ' / UU 3 1997----------- - ' LAWRENCE GENERAL HOSPITAL ' 1 GENERAL STREET -- LAWRENCE, MA 01842 -- PHONE: 508-683-4000 DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ( ( DONNA VALENTE > > ` Our doctors and staff appreciate your choosing us for your emergency medical care needs. Read these aftercare instructions carefully. Please call us if you have any questions about your medical problem. We are here to serve you. --------------------------------------------------______________________________ INHALATION INJURY: ' Your exam shows you have suffered an inhalation injury. This is common after exposure to smoke or vapors of toxic chemicals which irritate the airway. Symptoms include cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath. Sometimes toxic inhalation symptoms are delayed for up to 24 hours. Hospital care- is not needed at this time. Do not smoke. Drink plenty of clear l iquiH's�',po soothe your throat. Antibiotics and medications to dilate the airway passages may be needed in more severe exposures. You should see your doctor or return here right away if you develop any of the following symptoms : ' * Increysing shortness of breath or wheezing * PersiVent cough or coughing up blood or dark material * Chest ' ain, fever, or severe weakness. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS: Use every resource available to you as we discussed -- to avoid further exposure to the inhalants to which you have been exposed, Seek consultation from an expert in toxic chemical expbsures. Perhaps the Board of Health can provide you with ~the name of such a person. ' ________________________________________________________________________________ / � ' � * � � � � ^ ' < < DONNA VALENTE > > LAWRENCE GENERAL HOSPITAL Page 2 ' . FOLLOW-UP CARE: � Your physician today has been DR. GORRY � For follow-up care you should see your doctor or return here ays. When you see your doctor, bring your medicines and instructions to the office. Ij---you had x-rays, an EKG' or lab tests today, they have been reviewed by your doctor. We will contact you at once if other ^important findings are noted after further review by our staff. If you dp not continue to improve or if your condition worsens, please call your doct+r or the � emergency room right away. . Ik l d i t f theseinstructions. I understand that- my condition � m -arrange for further treatment adrecommended. � ! | | ~^ ��f �� ature Oatient or Represent�ative Signature | / D Tuesday, June 24, 1997 - 07:39 PM � �7 TO ALL MEDICARE PATIENTS | A NOTICE OF YOUR RIGHTS ' - IN MASSACHUSETTS THE LAW PROTECTS MEDICARE PATIENTS FROM DISCRIMINATION. MEDICARE PATIENTS RECEIVE HOSPITAL CARE WHEN THEY NEED IT | AND BE TREATED THE SAME AS NON-MEDICARE PATIENTS. HOSPITALS MAY NOT: * DENY ADMISSION WHEN HOSPITAL CARE IS NEEDED; OR ! * INAPPROPRIATELY DELAY ADMISSION TO THE HOSPITAL i YOU AS A MEDICARE PATIENT ARE ENTITLED TO RECEIVE HOSPITAL CARE / / REGARDLESS OF THE COST OF TREATMENT OR THE SERIOUSNESS OF YOUR ILLNESS. ' HOSPITALS MAY NOT DISCRIMINATE BASED UPON YOUR DRG (DIAGNOSIS RELATED > GROUP) CLASSIFICATION, ANY AVERAGE LENGTH OF STAY, OR ANY OTHER CRITERIA ' THAT ARE NOT APPLIED EQUALLY TO OTHER PATIENTS WITH COMPARABLE MEDICAL � | NEEDS. � IF YOU DO NOT NEED INPATIENT HOSPITAL CARE, BUT NEED ASSISTANCE WITH POST � | EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT CARE, THE HOSPITAL MUST GIVE YOU A WRITTEN / DISCHARGE PLAN. THE PLAN SHOULD EXPLAIN THE ARRANGEMENTS THAT THE HOSPITAL HAS MADE FOR YOUR POST HOSPITAL CARE. THE PLAN ALSO SHOULD INCLUDE ANY INSTRUCTIONS THAT THE HOSPITAL HAS GIVEN YOU ABOUT YOUR / FOLLOW UP CARE OR CARE AT HOME. WHEN YOU RECEIVE YOUR WRITTEN DISCHARGE PLAN YOU WILL BE ASKED TO SIGN THIS NOTICE TO INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED YOUR DISCHARGE PLAN AND PARTICIPATED IN ITS DEVELOPMENT. /| TOWN OF psTjH4 ^#7ACf1/ ,lU1. 3 697 June 13, 1997 Donna Valente 16 Edgelawn Avenue #6 North Andover, MA 01845 Re: Air Quality Testing Dear Donna, When you determine that the situation is at its highest level, please contact Property Manager, James McCarthy. Mr McCarthy can be reached by calling (508) 685-4434 . State your name, address and telephone number and request that Mr. McCarthy be reached immediately. Respectfully, ' James R. McCarthy Property Manager cc: Board of Health DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORATED 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02110 (617) 227-0893 FAX (617) 227-2995 i '—— �� tet• :t �E• �� a....=....a. y� m 3. Z 190 720 2$5ytl r4 Vf1 L6 fJ _E tj A d LC T1-( DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORA'I E41.t ��+ �c. F3FFfEiE: ii ii ! £ i i1 t£ F It11FS_££�iE I£ 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetlf 6 �C�GvGL� ��i� Ctz✓f=�iic-1 !t-�.J June 13, 1997 Donna Valente 16 Edgelawn Avenue #6 North Andover, MA 01845 Re: Air Quality Testing Dear Donna, When you determine that the situation is at its highest level, please contact Property Manager, James McCarthy. Mr McCarthy can be reached by calling (508) 685-4434 . State your name, address and telephone number and request that Mr. McCarthy be reached immediately. Respectfully, James R. McCarthy Property Manager (c: Board of Health DIVERSIFIED FUNDING INCORPORATED 63 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 021 1 O (617) 227-0893 FAX (617) 227-2995 C30RLX.)N r,IR QUA:-iY i�J � ?Jt' N TS, I;. P.O. Box 5239 • 6 Minton Road Billerica, Massachusetts 01821-5239 Tel, (508) 663-9213 • Fax (508)670.1332 aE` March 11, 1997 Project No. 01DFC-valente Mr. James R. McCarthy Divergified Funding Corporation Property Manger 39 Farwood Avenue North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mr. McCarthy: Inc. on February 10-11, 1997 , Gordon Air Quality Consultants, performed a seO- 16 at the ries of indoor air tests Andover,in Unit NMassachusetts, p Green Condominiums 1 porated HeritageDiversified Funding, regarding The testing was authorized by made by the tenant reg in response to several comp into Unit No. 16 . odors from outside the condominium migrating experience difficulty The odors reportedly caused the tenant to The in eye irritation frequent headaches ea ac esbe relate duttonthef in breathingSymptoms orted by Unit No. 16 reported that the were rep odors. Odors, described as chemical odors, tions of the odor other tenants in the building. Common descrip include "alcohol" and "ammonia" Z. SCOFF QF WORK ,rhe Scope of Work was well define. theotirpresenCerole $and to sample the to determine the, air in Unit No. 16 We tested for concentratioalgfbasednia and on information obtaanic vapo ined from the these chemic preliminary site assessment occupant in Unit No. 16 ,and my p of condominium and adjacent commoeioaeb�gtesting inning onFebruary conducted over about a 24 hour p 10 and ending on February 11, 1997 . the scope of work involved performing the: Spec ificaltasks followingf total volatile lorganic 1 . 1 Determine the concensecutiveoperiods inthebedroom of compounds in two Con Unit No. 16 ; ine the concentration and identity of individual Determine organic compounds iri selected locations in airborne Unit No. 16; nza �n two selected 1. 3 Determine the concentration of ammo locations in Unit NO- 16; i 71z . 1. 4 Perform an environmental inspection of Unit No. 16 in an attempt to determine pathways for air contaminants from outside the Unit to make their way into the Unit; 1. 5 Record and comment on our observations while at the site. 1. 6 Generate a report ,presenting the results of the tests along with our comments and recommendations. 2 . 00 METHODOLOGY The methodology used for sampling and analyses were generally consistent with those used by the industrial hygiene community. Specifically, the methodologies used are as follows ; 2 . 1 Determination of Total Volatile organic compounds The concentration of airborne organic compounds was determined b drawing g a sample sam le of air through a glass tube filled with a specially purified activated charcoal. The organic chemicals that are in the air are collected onto the surface of the charcoal . Gas chromatography raPhY is used to determine the total amount of organic compounds collected on the charcoal. 2 .2 Identifioation of Airborne, Organic compounds The concen"tration and identification of Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOCs) was determined by drawing a known volume of the air to be tested, through a tube filled with a specially treated tri-matrix activated media. The tri-matrix .media collects the organic compounds. Analysis of the samples was performed using gas chromatography/mass spectroscopy. 2 . 3 Determination of Ammonia The presence and concentration of ammonia was determined by drawing a known volume of air through a specially prepared sampling tube. The sampling tube is filled with a matrix that traps ammonia. The tubes were analyzed using ion chromatography. 3 . 00 RESULTS 3 . 1 Total Airborne organic compound' Test Results Table 3 . 1 presents the results of the total airborne organic compounds testing in Unit No. 16. 2 030RDON AIR QU:%L1T)'(:'C-)N.c;t IL.T.gN'I'S, INC:,' Tables 3 . 1 Total Airborne Organic Compound Twatlot Results Sample Location Total Concentration Micrograms per Cubic Meter Bedroom 562 Living Room 1, 231 3 .2 Airborne organic Compound Idant.ity and concentration Table 3 . 2 presents the identity and concentrations of individual airborne organic compounds detected in the bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the hours of 1 : 00 PM- 10: 30PM. TABLE 3 .2 Conoentration and Identification of Airborne organic Compounds in the Master Bedroom Sample Location Identification Concentration micrograms/M3 Bedroom benzene 1. 89 (1 : 00 PM-10: 30PM) 1, 4-dichlorobenzene 5. 90 ethyl benzene 1. 12 toluene 8 . 43 1, 2 , 4-trimethylbenzene 1. 12 1, 3 , 5-trimethylbenzene trace m/p-xylene 3 . 08 o-xylene 1. 12 chloromethane trace methylene chloride 2 . 81 tetrachloroethane 3 . 09 1, 1, 1-trichloroethane 5. 62 trichlorofluoromethane 2 . 53 acetone 337'.D8 2-butanone (MEK) 84 . 83 1, 1-difluoroethane 1. 69 2-methylbutane, 3 . 65 pentane 5. 34 2-methyl-1, 3-butadiene 1. 97 ethanol 22 .75 2-methylpentane, 2 . 81 isopropyl alcohol 4 . 78 MTBE 2 . 25 hexane 3 . 37 3 l';C?RLx)N AIF QUALITY(.QN51)LI'ANTS, INC. Table 3 .2 continued Sample Location Identification Concentration micrograms/M3 2-methyl-2-propenal 4 . 49 methyl-cyclopentane 1. 69 3-methyl-hexane 1. 97 heptane 2 . 25 methylcyclohexane 2 . 53 2--methylheptane 3 . 65 3-methylheptane 2 . 53 octane 4 . 49 1, 2-dimethylcyclohexane 1. 40 1, 4-dimethylcyclohexane 1. 12 2 , 6-dimethylheptane 1. 12 1, 2 , 4-trimethylcyclohexane 2 .25 4-methyloctane 2 . 25 nonane 4 .76 1-ethyl-4-7nethylcyclohexane 1. 97 decane 8 . 15 d-limonene 16.85 undecane 4 . 78 camphor 7 .97 unidentified 0. 56 unidentified 3 . 65 unidentified 4 . 49 unidentified 3 . 09 unidentified 3 . 93 unidentified 2 . 53 unidentified Total airborne organic compounds 599 .93 Table 3 . 3 presents the identity and Concentrations of individual airborne organic compounds detected in the air in the bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the hours of 10: 35PM-10: 10AM. 4 CC R.DON AIR QL1ALITY_C:ONSuLIANTS, INC.;. 1 TABLIS 3. 3 concentration and IdentificationMaster Bedroom Airborne Organic CompOUnds in the Sample Locat on Compound Concentration microgramr,/M3 Bedroom No. 2 benzene 1. 867 . 42 (10: 35PM-10 : 10AM) 1, 4-dichlorobenzene 1. 16 ethyl benzene 2-propylbenzene trace styrene trace toluene 8 . 35 1, 2 , 4-tri.mdthylbenzene 1. 38 imeth 1, 3 , 5 tr lbenzene 0 . 48 y m/p-xylene 3 . 25 o-xylene 1' 16 carbontetrachloride trace chloroform 5. 57 chloromethane 4 . 87 methylene chloride 3 . 02 tetrachloroethane 3 .25 trichlorofluoromethane 10 . 21 acetone . 246 . 94 2-butanone (MEK) 143 . 16 dichlorotouromethane 8 . 12 2, 4-dimethylpentanal 1. 62 2-methylbutane 5 . 34 pentane 511.0 1, 3•-pentadiene 2 . 09 ethanol 47 . 56 isopropyl alcohol 11. 14 MTBE 3 . 02 hexane 3 . 48 2-methyl-2-propenal 3 .71 methylcyclopentane 1. 86 2-methylhexane 2 .7E3 3-methylhexane 4 . 18 2 , 2 , 4-trimethylpentane 1...86 heptane 3 . 48 methylcyclohexane 2 . 32 2-metllylheptane 6 . 03 3-methylheptane 4 . 41 octane 7 . 19 1, 2-dimethylcyclohexane 2 . 32 1, 3-dimethylcyclohexane 1. 86 2 , 6-dimethylheptane 1. 86 1, 1, 2--trimethylcyclohexane 5. 10 ethylcyclohexane 4 . 18 1, 1, 3-trimethylcyclohexane 2 . 32 1, 2 , 4-trimethylcyclotxexane 4 . 18 5 C,�URrx-)N AIR QUALITY CC)N'SLXTI\NTS, INC'. Table 3.3 Continued Sample Location Compound Concentration micrograms/M3 4-methyloctane 3 .71 nonane 5. 80 1-ethyl-4-methyl-cyclohexane 2 . 32 3-methylnonane 2 . 09 decane 10. 44 1-ethyl-4-methyl-benzene 1. 16 d-limonene 16. 94 undecane 7 . 42 dodecane 2 . 09 camphor 3 . 02 unidentified 0.46 unidentified 7 .42 unidentified 4. 07 unidentified 4 .87 unidentified 3 .71 unidentified 4 . 41 Total airborne organic compounds 673.40 Table 3 . 4 presents the identity and concentrations of ammonia detected in the air in the Unit bedroom in Unit No. 16 between the hours of 1: o0PM - 10: 00AM the next morning. TABLE 3 . 4 Ammonia, Test Results Sample Location Concentration micrograms/M3 Bedroom Sample 24 . 5 (1: OOPM-10: 10AM) Living Room Sample 29 . 5 (2 : OOPM-10: OOAM) 4 . 00 DISCUSSION OF RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS The results of the survey are discussed,•in the following sections. 4. 1 Airbornd Organic Compound$ The concentrations measured. in the bedroom ranged from. _ 562-599 micrograms per cubic meter to 599 during the 6 GORDON AIR QLJALIT)'C.'C)NSI:)ITANTS, INC. �' s afternoon/evening tests to 673-1, 231 micrograms per cubic meter for the overnight test. Typical indoor airborne organic compound concentrations rarely exceed 200 micrograms per cubic meter and concentrations over 500 micrograms per cubic meter have been documented to cause indoor air quality problems. It is our experience and the literature states that many people will have some form of adverse effect when exposed to concentrations exceeding 1, 000 micrograms per cubic. oft"part3cul_ai note are$.the unusudlly...mhigh concer'trations�of� aceh onef; 2:vbu anonef5`(MEK) and efihariol (ethyl" alc-pb-OVj � Th�,eRple '.05-511V ounds``are riat inormally found : in,-the,., xn 4� � _ S �P'-�,Ka:c - un"less therer is- a� ne r y -Murce of .generation. There` wereK severs 1 un silalt?rgaF_ic A ► undtwhs ch were de' tle`bit,edr�in-the Yalrwh i'n Uii�i No: I'6. `These_incliR it limonen6, rT h`ftof.�luTnromethane, methyl chloroform:and; others. Man of thaotheEDmp�unds.�detected are :. �. -_ r qty. Wu� •: � r �, commmonlyfound n coanmercz sb ,, ` ie7ids- like naphtha, Stoddard solvnt; krcisen�=; �Hawever, K r^ many,,..of these"other compounds-are tho wrizc}i can be no.rma.11y�f ouil n t1 P ting � e e,.,�J a]bet in lower concentrations Yt=ins im ossb tod�eexm ne whether er " ' .. s. -� lxne`yemthecmsisions, fuel ea ns�, frm �solvents. mas; e In-my opinlon�, h� u `a1lynu- uahi concentrations= ix�dicatehaa: srce :of cheni'�.caleneration. s'.X' i _ b,.li. _e;.ncC - ..d otYier than the usual�motp vehic7tatadea frig source'" "*"s. '•rN- emisslons r wtr we eo. a are :lammb'le. Most ofwhe �#�emcaF '� � !� , , ons which - . Thei 'concentra, �wexe--measured ini7r�it No's 16 are well below-the Lower_ pin��e�'" r�mL�� asdo � r � .. .�y. r , �x : =�f�- here no pose �a hazard z i iib I7n t pwev f '� ' bUhlan C , 'a ire hazard cn�i �r At s a he to o��se . ori sorag cue. end n nn RE a: e"F '4''"�V W st r 1 " 7'^k5C„ "sto7ced f h se ch 're bel d x ;�s rimed- in v ..th' ra� oud b'ernuac` s tn­ We recommend that the source of these contaminants be identified and eliminated. The concentrations and species of the chemicals detected are not considered appropriate for residences. If the source of these contaminants are not removed, a mechanical exhaust system should be installed in the space(s) where individuals are being exposed 7 -i GORCX-)N AIR QUALITY C(')N°,;�fLTi1NTS, INC. 4 .2 . .Ammonia The concentrations of ammonia detected on the living room and bedroom samples were 29 . 5 and 24 .5 micrograms per cubic meter, respectively. These concentrations are not typical in an indoor environment. However, ammonia is a very common household compound. It would not be unusual to detect ammonia in a residence where ammonia is used. 4 . 3 Odors During the assessment odors were noted by both Gordon Air Quality Consultants, Inc. The odors detected were consistent with those described by tenants in the building. These odors were not considered to be typical of an indoor environment. 4 . 6 General The Unit of concern was found to be very clean and neat. There were no signs of contaminant generation in the space. All commercial cleaners and other related Products were tightly sealed. There were no signs of leaks or spills anywhere in the Unit. The tenant has made an excellent attempt at sealing cracks, seams, pipe" chases, and other openings that interface between the Unit and the floor below. However, there were many pathways that still were open. For example the wall itself is hollow and it has been my experience and has been reported in the literature that odors will migrate up through the wall space and flow into a living space via small openings in electrical receptacles, cable connections, telephone connections, etc. that interface between the living space and the inside of the walls due to natural draft (chimney effect) . In an attempt to locate a pathway for contaminants to migrate into the Unit, I inspected the laundry room located on the first floor_ . A large hole exists in the wall behind the hot water heater through which pipes and other necessary equipment run. Air current tubes clearly indicated that air from the laundry room moves into the hole in the wall and rises rapidly up the inside of the wall. This indicates that the wall space could act as a conduit, to bring contaminants released inside the wall up into the Unit. Of course the' testing that was performed' is only a "snapshot".. in time. The concentration of chemicals found in te air of Unit No. i6 could be higher or lower on another day depending on the activities taking place in the building and in the Unit itself. 8 (30R ON AIR QUALITY CONSULTANTS,INC:, conclusion, it is MY opinion that some oP the chemicals found in Unit No. 16 are migrating in from an outside source. As-.a short term solution, a continuing effort should be made to seal all interfaces between Unit No. building. 16 and the other parts of the however, by far, the best way to eliminate the contaminants in Unit No, 16 is and eliminate it. to find the source of generation If you h ve any questions about this report please call me. V ._yours, a Go on, Ii, . , QEP Gordon Air Quality Cons ante, Inc. e=t i 9 GUKIX?N AIRUA � l.iT1'C:CONSULTANTS, INC. ---------------`--------------- --------------------------------------------------- NORTH ANDOVER HEALTH DEPARTMENT 120 Main Street • North Andover, MA 01845 Telephone (508) 682-6483, Ext. 32 Housing Inspection Report COMPLAINT # COMPLAINANT _"- c,Q ZAM ADDRESS OF PREMISE OCCUPANT ��0YV G z LA-Ab- ' `— Z OWNER /��� C6� �� W// OWNER'S ADDRESS ?� " k) & i DATE OF INSPECTION HOUR ROOMS/VIOLATION: %Llrr/ yr Vl jv G t 7 0'6?&k 0Q 6Tz -�S1/U If No O d a 00 V A) INSPECTOR Form#HIR•1 Action Press 885.7000 NORTH ANDOVER HEALTH DEPARTMENT 120 Main Street • North Andover, MA 01845 Telephone (508) 682-6483, Ext. 32 Housing Inspection Report COMPLAINT # COMPLAINANT ���� •� lf �1.f�! r,'JT�� ADDRESS OF PREMISES OCCUPANT OWNER OWNER'S ADDRESS ''!''a DATE OF INSPECTIONHOUR r � ROOMS/VIOLATION: 4/ r INSPECTOR Form NHIR•1 Action Press 885-7000 t