In connection with the abondonment of any underground storage reservoir for which a permit has been granted pursuant to this article or in connection with the revocation of any such permit, the department shall require the premises to be placed in a condition which, to the extent practicable, shall assure the continuance of the same in a condition which does not constitute a menace to the present or future health or safety of persons, or safety or value of property. In case the operator shall fail to put the premises in a satisfactory condition prior to any such abondonment or immediately upon revocation of a permit, the department may do or cause to be done all things necessary to place the premises in satisfactory condition and the operator shall be liable for the cost.
New York Legal Code