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We recommend that the owner of the property, for which a certificate of lawful development is sought, considers whether the
property may be impacted by land contamination. Where land contamination may pose risks, we would recommend that:
An appropriate level of desk study research and investigation work is undertaken to identify and assess risks from land
contamination, and;
If a significant risk is identified from land contamination, that appropriate remedial measures are taken to protect those
using the property.
Guidance on land contamination planning issues is available from the Council's website. Where land contamination with the
potential to impact upon sensitive parts of the development is found, the applicant/developer is requested to contact the
Council's Contaminated Land Officer (Pollution Regulatory Team) (Tel: 020 7361 3002 email: [email protected]) so that appropriate action may be taken to safeguard site users and occupiers. The responsibility to properly address contaminated land issues, including safe development and secure occupancy, and irrespective of any involvement by the Royal Borough, lies with the owner/developer of the site.