NYC DEP Service Advisory

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DEP Warns City Residents of Impersonators Posing as NYCDEP Employees/Contractors

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a warning to New York City homeowners to beware of impersonators posing as NYCDEP Employees/Contractors. DEP learned that in separate instances individuals posing as DEP inspectors gained access to local homes by claiming the homeowners were in arrears in water bill payments, needed to fix a broken meter or needed to have the meter read. Once allowed access by the homeowner, the impostor sought cash for payment of a past due bill or for performing a service.

Customers can verify the employee's/contractor's identification by calling (718) 595-7000.


		Don't Be Fooled DEP employees/contractors must provide proper identification if they need to enter a property and our inspectors never ask for cash.


		DEP Employees/Contractors Wear Uniforms DEP employees/contractors who are authorized to enter homes must carry and show photo I.D. cards and badges and are in uniform.


		Check Indentification Imposters, or others seeking access, may have some form of identification. It is important to make sure that the I.D. card is from the New York City Department of Environmental Protection.


		What Should I do? If you have any doubts whether someone is a legitimate DEP employee/contractor, call the Police or 311 to get immediate assistance.

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NYC Department of Environmental Protection
Communications & Intergovernmental Affairs

59-17 Junction Boulevard
19th Floor
Flushing, NY 11373

(718) 595 - 6600