Small brownfield
sites pose particular challenges to landowners, developers and builders.
A guide to small brownfield sites and land
contamination, prepared by CIRIA and supported by the NHBC Foundation,
provides clear, practical advice to help navigate the particular barriers and
issues that characterise small brownfield sites.
Development of
brownfield land is a key part of the Government’s strategy to increase house
building across the country, and if well planned and managed, small sites can
be developed relatively quickly giving a faster return on investment than
larger sites.
The guide focuses on
the key phases of a development, from assessing project viability and
submitting planning applications, through the whole construction process to
closeout and management of dormant sites, with an emphasis on dealing with land
contamination.
Commenting on the
publication, Neil Smith, NHBC’s Head of Standards, Innovation and Research
said: “This new guide is essential reading for anyone considering the purchase
of smaller brownfield sites, helping them minimise risks before, during and
after development.
“Land owners of
small brownfield sites that require on-going contaminated land management will
also find the guidance beneficial.”
