Brownfield site but graded before the construction started

Michael, given the fact this project was designated as a brownfield site and subsequently graded before 1980, are you certain the contamination was not removed during the grading operations? And if the contamination was removed, was it done properly and recorded by a qualified professional such as an environmental engineer? The primary concern should be removing any and all liabilities related to developing a brownfield site. Aside from the LEED credit, as the owner or contractor, I’d want to be certain that the site is or is not a brownfield by having an ESA performed, and then acting accordingly. In my opinion, without proper documentation, you’d have difficulty being awarded the LEED credit based on hearsay evidence. Brownfields require confirmation of contamination and verification of remediation.