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What are BROWNFIELDS?
The term brownfield typically refers to land or property that is
abandoned or under with known or perceived environmental
contamination usually associated with past industrial or waste
disposal activities. Brownfields are real property, the
expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by
the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance,
pollutant, or contaminant. (Environmental Data Resources
Inc.)
Though some brownfields are old industrial sites, others are
commercial buildings with little or no environmental
contamination.
Brownfields could be:
- Fomer Service Stations
- Former Dry Cleaners
- Abandoned Railroads
- Former Railroad Switching Yards
- Bus Facilities
- Air Strips
- And many more types of facilities.
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- Factories
- Warehouses
- Parking Lots
- Hangers
- Landfills
- Lots where heavy machinery was stored or repaired
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What are the benefits of BROWNFIELD
redevelopment?
- Improves the environment
- Increased property values
- Creates job opportunities
- Eliminates health and safety hazards
- Brings new investment into the community
Important BROWNFIELD Links
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