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Brownfield
Consultation Brownfields are defined as abandoned, idle or underused industrial and commercial areas where expansion or redevelopment is complicated by real or perceived environmental contamination. Examples of typical brownfields are:
Brownfield sites simply exist as eyesores in many communities, taking up space and impeding economic profitability. The way to remedy the situation is through redevelopment of these sites. This task, while effective if done correctly, is not without difficulty nor risk. However, the positives far outweigh the negatives in terms of outcomes, resulting in the creation of good within the community, intrinsic rewards, increased monetary value of the property, enhanced tax benefits and, most importantly, a cleaner environment. Through the assistance of the Chester County Industrial Development Authority, these brownfields can be redeveloped and revitalized into cleaner, more productive and profitable areas for future use. Over the past few years the CCEDC has obtained several environmental grants from the US EPA and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania which have been utilized on brownfields assessment projects throughout Chester County. The CCIDA has established the Chester County Brownfields Advisory, which is comprised of a team of professionals with varying environmental expertise. Some of the services that the Advisory provides are:
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