The Brownfield Remediation & Revitalization Program

How To Apply

Applications may be submitted at any time to DECD/OBRD.  DECD has 90 days from the date of receipt of a complete application to approve/deny.  The 90-day clock restarts if OBRD staff identifies an application deficiency.  DECD will inform the Applicant regarding missing information at the earliest but not later than 60 days after initial submission.  To ensure a properly filled out and complete application package, it is recommended to request a pre-application meeting with the DECD-DEEP team by sending a request to decd.liabilityreliefprogram@ct.gov. 

Access the Application Form here BRRP Program Application Form

Please submit your completed application and all required attachments to decd.liabilityreliefprogram@ct.gov.

For larger submittals (>25MB)applicants, may request a SharePoint link by emailing decd.liabilityreliefprogram@ct.gov.

Prior to applying, it is recommended to -

  • Review the program statutes and eligibility criteria
  • Request for a pre-application meeting (recommended for first time applicants)
  • Ensure that the official applicant is registered with the Secretary of State to conduct business in Connecticut (obtain Certificate of Legal Existence)
  • Ensure that the same entity/person that is applying will hold title when the property transfers.

 

Checklist of required Application attachments:

  • Application Certification Page
  • Current Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (<6 months old)
  • Purchase and Sales Agreement/Equivalent Documentation
  • Certificate of Legal Existence
  • Tax Assessor Property Card(s)
  • Title Search
  • Consent Orders/Enforcement Action Documentation
    • Corrective Actions
  • Locational Map
  • Site Concept Plans
  • Site Photos
  • Original DECD BRRP Approval (for Transferees only)

 

Nomination Process:  To nominate a site for enrollment in the BRRP Program, please complete the DECD-BRRP Nomination Form. This option is applicable only to municipalities, CT Brownfield Land Banks, or Economic Development Agencies when trying to market a site to potential developers.  A full BRRP application form will need to be submitted by any potential applicant and will have to satisfy all eligibility requirements.