Is a cleaned up petroleum site really safe to reuse?
Most states have cleanup requirements for contaminated sites. Once a site is cleaned up to meet the state’s standard, the state will acknowledge this milestone for the site. From there, the reuse of a site can vary widely. Some states place parameters on how some cleaned up sites can be reused. For instance, some formerly contaminated sites may only be reused for industry and not for schools. Others may be reused for residential housing. Your state government regulatory authority determines the cleanup requirements for your state. For more information, contact your state regulatory authority.
