Air Pollution

Shawna Smith, Principal Environmental Scientist
235 Promenade Street
Providence, RI 02908-5767
(401) 222-1360 ext. 2777427

Patrick Hogan, Environmental Engineer IV
235 Promenade Street
Providence, RI 02908-5767
(401) 222-1360 ext. 2777119

fax 222-3811
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This program investigates citizen complaints and referrals from DEM divisions and offices relating to visible emissions, odors, fugitive dust and exterior lead paint removal and performs compliance monitoring of exterior lead paint removal activities and businesses/facilities with a history of noncompliance.

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DEM's Office of Compliance and Inspection (OC&I) investigates complaints and suspected violations of environmental laws and regulations and performs compliance monitoring of regulated activities. Compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, permits and licenses is enforced through both informal and formal enforcement actions. Note: Complaints are public records and information you forward to OC&I will be available for public review UNLESS you advise us that you wish to remain anonymous.

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After hours emergency: 401-222-3070