Construction Today “Developer Beware: What to Watch Out for When Converting Environmentally-impacted Properties into New Development”
June 22, 2022
Construction Today
"With the inventory of raw land dwindling in many communities, many developers are considering stepping into the world of environmentally-impacted properties. Whether former golf-courses, agricultural properties, or former industrial uses, the redevelopment of these types of properties raise a new set of developmental hurdles to consider. These properties often carry with them a unique and complex history, making their conversion and development a trap for those unaware of or unprepared for the myriad of land use, environmental, liability and public relations issues that certainly lie ahead. This article will highlight some of the primary obstacles for landowners, developers and contractors considering converting environmentally-impacted properties into new development."