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Calls made for Hempstead Town agency audit over Sandy permit troubles

Calls are being made for an audit of the Town of Hempstead Department of Buildings to find out why some victims of Superstorm Sandy have had problem getting permits to rebuild their homes.

News 12 Staff

Jan 16, 2019, 6:41 PM

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