How do I get started in brownfields development?
If you are getting started in the business of developing contaminated sites tagged as brownfield sites in New Jersey—or if you just need a refresher course—the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and other state agency Web sites are excellent resources. Here are a few highlights: • New Jersey Brownfields Redevelopment Resource Kit is a one-stop look at the brownfield process and players in New Jersey. The kit includes contact information and a summary of the services for planning, environmental, financial, and other aspects of the brownfield process. It can be accessed and downloaded online at www.nj.gov/dca/osg/docs/brownfieldsresourcekit.pdf. • If you are a municipal entity or a non-profit organization, you are eligible for funding in the form of grants through the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund (HDSRF). The HDSRF funding covers 100 percent of the cost to complete the preliminary assessment, site investigation, and remedial investigation. The applicat
