The EPA mandates that an asbestos survey must be performed on all commercial structures regardless of age or size. Once a survey is performed, any asbestos found must be removed that the survey calls out. A 10 working day notification must be filed to the EPA regardless of the result of the survey. Keep in mind that before disconnecting utilities, abatement contractors may need water, electric, or heat to perform their work. The owner of the property must sign the permit application and have it notarized.