Brownfields
The remediation of brownfields plays a crucial role in New Haven's growth strategy. As a city with limited land for development, reviving contaminated sites for productive use has a significant impact on both commercial and residential development.
Such remediation aligns with the city's sustainable development principles as it promotes the reuse of existing land and resources. This approach supports smart growth strategies by concentrating development in already developed areas while preserving green spaces.
Programs
PURPOSE
To create jobs and revitalize communities by assessing and remediating environmentally-challenged properties in South Central Connecticut.
LIMITATIONS
Properties intended for industrial, commercial or mixed use.
COMMUNITIES
Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Milford, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Wallingford, West Haven, and Woodbridge.
EPA REVOLVING LOAN FUND
Funding
Low interest loans to remediate contaminated properties.
Eligible Parties
Developers, property owners, municipalities, non-profits.
Qualifications
Borrowers not responsible for contamination. Phase I/III Environmental Site Assessments complete. Compliance with EPA eligibility.
EPA PETROLEUM SITE ASSESSMENT FUND
Funding
Low interest loans to perform Environmental Site Assessments(Phase I/II/III) on properties contaminated by petroleum-based contaminants.
Eligible Parties
Developers, property owners, municipalities, non-profits.
Qualifications
Borrowers not responsible for contamination. Reasonable suspicion of petroleum contamination. Compliance with EPA eligibility.