Environmental Health - Contaminated Land
During the 20th century, industries disappeared or relocated, the consumer society enlarged, heating methods changed and the volume of rubbish going to landfill increased. The combined result is a nationwide legacy of contaminated land, which in some cases may be harmful. |
|
In April 2000, the Government introduced The Environmental Protection Act 1990 Part IIa – Contaminated Land, designed to respond to the 20th century legacy of contaminated land.
According to this Act the definition of Contaminated Land is:
"Any land which appears to the local authority in whose area it is situated to be in such a condition, by reason of substances in on or under the land, that –
- Significant harm is being caused or there is a significant possibility of such harm being caused; or
- Pollution of controlled waters is being, or is likely to be caused."
The Environmental Protection Act requires Basildon Council to:
- take necessary steps to identify contaminated land
- maintain an ongoing Contaminated Land Strategy
- maintain a Contaminated Land Register
Basildon Council's Contaminated Land Officer works alongside developers, landowners and other regulatory bodies to ensure that the land in the Basildon District is ‘suitable for use’ and does not pose a risk to the environment as a whole.
For further information download our Contaminated Land Frequently Asked Questions .
Enquiries from Homeowners and Landowners
If you are concerned about a risk of contamination on your land or property, you can submit an application requesting information.
For details and further information download our Contaminated Land Enquiry Factsheet
Please note that under the Environmental Information Regulations 2004  Basildon Council has the right to charge for any information disclosed to an applicant.
Information for Developers
Download the Technical Guidance for Applicants and Developers of Land Affected by Contamination - 2nd Edition , produced by the Essex Contaminated Land Consortium.
 |
| Contacting Us. |
| | |
| Online: | Send us your comments & suggestions - we are always interested to hear your comments (positive or negative) and suggestions for improvements to our service. |
| | |
| Telephone: | 01268 294280 | |
| Fax: | 01268 294550 | |
| Email: |  | |
| | |
| Write: | Contaminated Land Officer
Basildon District Council
Environmental Health Services
The Basildon Centre,
St. Martins Square,
Basildon, Essex.
SS14 1DL. | |
|
|
|