Bio

David has particular expertise in small- and large-scale inland and waterfront development. This work includes establishing the project team and then coordinating land use approvals, State Environmental Quality Review Act and City Environmental Quality Review compliance (EAS, EAF, Negative Declaration and EIS preparation) and environmental remediation under the New York State Brownfield Cleanup Program and New York City E-Designation programs. Related to this work David often quarterbacks pre-purchase due diligence investigations and assists in contract drafting. David has in depth experience in emergency oil and chemical spill response and remediation. This work includes representing many owners of properties in the tri-state area with chemical, fuel oil and gasoline spills and related litigation. David has unparalleled experience in satisfying E-Designations, dating back to 2000 when he worked with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection to develop the program. Over the last 14 years, David has successfully shepherded scores of projects with hazardous materials, air quality and noise designations to completion all over New York City.