The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) announced that approximately $4,000,000 in Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) program grant funding is available to advance community revitalization and the designation of Brownfield opportunity areas. This blog will provide an overview of the program eligibility requirements, eligible activities, and further information on the application evaluation criteria. Applications… Read More

In an effort to create a more uniform standard for New York’s Environmental Remediation Programs, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) signals the inception of new regulations based on recent research findings on contaminants of concern and 2015 Environmental Conservation Law. The NYSDEC is in the process of proposing revisions to the… Read More

Many people may ask: What is a Brownfield, and why would my company consider purchasing one? It should be noted, though, that just because a site is known or found to be contaminated does not mean that it is automatically eligible for funding under federal or local Brownfield programs. Applying to a Brownfield program is… Read More

The New York State Brownfield Cleanup Program (NYSBCP) began as a means to encourage the cleanup and redevelopment of privately owned sites across the state in an effort to promote the revitalization of economically and environmentally blighted areas. Brownfield tax credits are one of the notable benefits the BCP offers to developers who have successfully… Read More