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Vinyl Asbestos Tile (VAT) and the mastic used to set it can be a
problem with authorities.
The material should be double bagged, marked as VAT, & disposed of in
areas designated by the landfill folk. Using a spud to scrape up the
tile, thus keeping it in big pieces, wearing a resperator ( since it's
in an enclosed space ), closing off any air ducts comes close to
government requirements for containment.


Locally it is illegal for a homeowner to remove ANY asbestos-containing
material (siding or tile). It MUST be removed by an authorized
professional. The stupid thing is this, they do nothign other than what you
described. Go to a payphone and call the local inspector.

Encapsulation, that is covering it up, is acceptable and cheaper.

The 7'-0" head room is a problem if you want to have a space called
"habitable" by code in the basement. (Sleeping rooms require emergency
escape openings in addition.).

If I wanted to make a nice set of spaces, I'd look at removing the VAT
and having the high spots ground flat.

TB