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Current legislation in the UK and planning policies require that the assessment of land contamination follows a phased approach, which identifies plausible source-pathway-receptor linkages, and determines whether the land is suitable for the development for which it is proposed, or can be made so by remediation.

Why do I need a Site Investigation Report?

The need to provide an adequate assessment of land contamination is outlined in Planning Policy Statement 23: Planning and Pollution Control (PPS23). Advice for developers on the steps they should take to identify whether there is a risk of contamination is contained in Annex 2 to PPS23: Development on Land Affected by Contamination.

With pressures growing on developers and landowners to tackle the problems associated with contaminated and derelict land, the need for specialist advice continues to grow. To meet this need, Arbtech deploys experts from our London office, who specialize in the investigation, remediation and redevelopment of contaminated land.

To satisfy PPS23, and in accordance with the Environment Agency’s CLR11, the investigation of land contamination is conducted in four principal stages:

1. Desk Study (review of site history and developing a conceptual site model)
2. Intrusive Investigation and Risk Assessments
3. Remediation Options Appraisal and Implementation of Selected Strategy
4. Verification of Remedial Works

Contaminated Land Consultants in London FAQ

Commonly, these phases will be pre commencement conditions of planning consent, which adds pressure on the developer to resolve any reports outstanding quickly and robustly, so as not to incur the costs associated with lengthy programme delays.

The Desk Study is the most important phase, and often is as far as the process needs to go. To have a friendly and pragmatic discussion about your site and how to progress your planning application or discharge your conditions in the fastest way possible, call 08450 176950 and ask to speak with Robert Oates.