The solicitor’s searches had identified that contaminated land planning conditions had not been closed for the property in question by the original developer. Specifically, concerns were raised regarding the potential for harmful contamination to exist in soils in garden areas, which could pose a risk to the occupants of the property.

Our approach

Ashfield were appointed to undertake a quick turnaround contaminated land appraisal to assist with their client’s intended purchase of a residential property. This included a detailed independent review of previous contaminated land assessments for the property and a professional opinion on the residual risk. Through our review we were able to demonstrate that the soils were of a suitable quality and did not pose a risk to the homeowner.