Brownfield Redevelopment

Turning Challenges into Opportunities

Brownfield sites—abandoned or underutilized industrial or commercial properties—offer unique opportunities for revitalizing communities. However, these sites often come with significant challenges, such as environmental contamination, decreased property value, and liability concerns. We bring decades of experience and specialized expertise to help municipalities, developers, and stakeholders overcome these obstacles and unlock the potential of brownfield properties. NTH has been instrumental in transforming countless brownfield properties into vibrant community assets. By addressing contamination, improving infrastructure, and navigating regulatory complexities, we help clients turn liabilities into opportunities that attract investment, create jobs, and enhance the quality of life.

Comprehensive Brownfield Redevelopment Services

We provide a full suite of services to address the environmental and infrastructure challenges associated with brownfield redevelopment. Our team works closely with public corporations, private developers, government agencies, and public-private partnerships to create innovative and efficient solutions.

Technical Expertise and Regulatory Support

Our professionals act as regulatory liaisons, navigating complex environmental regulations and permitting processes to facilitate redevelopment. We provide expertise in:

• Environmental remediation to address contamination issues.
• Infrastructure rehabilitation for utilities, roads, and supporting systems.
• Building demolition and reuse strategies to maximize site potential.

Funding Assistance

Leveraging federal, state, and local funding sources, we help clients access critical financial resources to support redevelopment efforts. Examples include:

• Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Site Revitalization Loan Program.
• Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Renaissance Fund.
• USEPA Brownfield Redevelopment Initiative Grants.
• Federal and state tax incentives, such as Renaissance Zones and Empowerment Zones.

Collaboration and Partnership Building

We work hand-in-hand with legal, real estate, and financial professionals to establish partnerships that drive successful redevelopment. Our approach ensures projects align with community goals while balancing economic and environmental sustainability.