TechLaw views property reuse and redevelopment as important elements in our environmental consulting practice. We synthesize our technical capabilities with social responsibility, to create a variety of outcomes for public benefit. TechLaw offers a range of related services, which we have provided in support of national programs and agencies, as well as state and local initiatives. Our property reuse services include the following:
Public Participation – TechLaw has experience supporting city, county, and state agencies with public participation activities associated with a Brownfields program. We support clients in a variety of associated activities, which can involve providing information about a particular program or progress at a specific site. TechLaw has supported clients during hundreds of public meetings, mostly in conjunction with other technical work. Our public participation experience includes tasks such as locating and reserving a facility, reserving equipment, securing court reporters and translators, preparing related materials, registering and compiling lists of attendees, and providing other necessary support during the meetings.
Environmental Site Histories (ESHs) and Title Searches – For over 20 years, TechLaw has performed ESH research that integrates information obtained from various research tasks to develop a comprehensive understanding of the activities of parties associated with a site and identify the waste streams and contaminants produced by these activities. ESHs identify potential site contaminants and locations where contamination might be found—they provide a basis for identifying areas of no further action, and selecting and prioritizing appropriate remedial activities, including risk-based approaches. We have developed ESHs for over 1,500 sites (mostly industrial facilities). An ESH preserves collected records for later use, and provides documentation for possible distribution to regulatory agencies and the public for outreach activities.
Land Planning Support Services – Companies proposing to purchase, sell, or use undeveloped land may be subject to regulations designed to protect wetlands, forests, cultural resources, and threatened or endangered species. Land buyers and developers must ensure plans do not conflict with particular land use restrictions. TechLaw offers clients the technical and regulatory support necessary to ensure land purchases and proposed development of both undeveloped and developed property are conducted in full compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
