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News Release from: GroundSure | Subject: Environmental risk screening reports,
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 07 January 2008
GroundSure new 'Developer Environmental
Review'
GroundSure, one of the UK's leading providers of environmental risk screening reports, announces the launch of the new GroundSure 'Developer Environmental Review'.
New solution to protect developers and tackle ambiguous liability risk associated with contaminated land New GroundSure 'Developer Environmental Review' is a unique report tailored to the needs of the Developer and Construction Industry
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 17 Jan 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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I It provides pre-purchase intelligence and answering the most frequently asked questions at the appraisal stages of a site.
The Developer Environmental Review identifies potential sources of contamination, whether previous infilling has been detected that might affect foundations and potential sources of soil gas on the site.
It goes on to provide an expert assessment as to whether further environmental factors require further consideration at the point of site investigation.
Paul Livett, Managing Director at GroundSure, commented: "The new Developer Environmental Review demonstrates GroundSure's continuous commitment to responding to market needs with fast, accurate environmental due diligence solutions".
"This report is completely unique in the manner it is tailored to the specific information requirements of developers".
"Should the client require further support on environmental issues, GroundSure's Environmental Consultants are available to provide assistance, not just from a technical perspective regarding site investigations, environmental management plans, and so forth but also with regards to the commercial factors such as Contaminated Land Tax Relief".
The importance of early risk identification has become increasingly crucial for developers who need to mitigate the risks and financial costs associated with potentially contaminated land.
Uncovering historic ground contamination through the course of a development can represent a significant material liability not just financially but also in terms of program delay and the knock on logistical and technical implications.
Abortive costs when a site acquisition is unsuccessful are also of significant importance to developers.
Stringent resources often mean that environmental issues are only considered on sites with significant known issues or alternatively post-acquisition.
The Developer Environmental Review provides a very cost effective initial assessment, allowing informed decision making and allowing effective targeting of resources faster than traditional 'Phase I' screening.
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