What will happen if land is redeveloped?
Redevelopment of land that is affected by contaminants is an opportunity to improve the local area and the environment. If land has been used or is adjacent to land that has been used for industrial or commercial purposes, or waste disposal, developers may be requested to submit information that identifies all former uses on and adjacent to the site and an assessment of the potential risks to human health, the environment and building structures. If this assessment identifies potential risks then the developer will be required to further investigate those risks and if necessary carry out actions to address the risks and clean up the site. If you wish to develop on a site which you suspect may be affected by contaminants then you can contact the Council to discuss the matter further. Please be aware that sampling and testing of soil and groundwater and the interpretation of results can be expensive and best left to professional advisors.
