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Soil Contamination Strategies

Brownfields    Healthy Communities   
New York
2012
Municipal
City Of Syracuse   
Urban | Suburban |
Syracuse, New York created a Comprehensive Plan with a singular focus on sustainability. One of the objectives within their efforts to increase sustainability is the remediation of brownfields. The remediation of brownfields can improve environmental conditions, public health, and the local economy.

Syracuse has partnered with several government agencies, including the New York DEC and the U.S. E.P.A, to design brownfield remediation plans. These plans work to evaluate, inventory, and plan for the redevelopment of brownfield areas. Syracuse has expedited the redevelopment via municipal acquisition with funding through government grants. They have also encouraged private property owners to utilize the Brownfield Cleanup Program by offering a tax-credit to those involved.