Voluntary Remediation Programs

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Voluntary Remediation Programs

There are two voluntary remediation programs in Connecticut under Connecticut General Statutes (CGS) sections 22a-133x and 22a-133y. Both programs are an elective process for property owners who wish to expedite the remediation of polluted property, thus enabling them the advantage of a remediated site should they ever decide to sell the property. The Voluntary Remediation Program under CGS section 22a-133x is available to any person for any site.

Voluntary Remediation Program 133x Fact Sheet

In order to be eligible under CGS section 22a-133y, real property which has been subject to a spill must be located in an area where the groundwater is classified as GB or GC and the site must not be subject to any order, consent order or stipulated judgment issued by the Commissioner of the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection regarding that spill.

Voluntary Remediation Program 133y Fact Sheet

Forms

Electronic Document Transmittal Form - must be the cover page for all Remediation documents uploaded into the Connecticut Secure File Transfer (SFT) website.
Environmental Condition Assessment Form and Instructions

The ECAF and Instructions were revised in March 2023. ECAFs are required to be on the new form after May 31, 2023.

Remedial Action Plan Transmittal Form and Instructions
Voluntary Remediation Verification Forms
Transmittal of Documents - Instructions and forms for electronic and hardcopy submittals.

Additional information

Choosing an Environmental Consultant
Site Characterization
Covenant Not to Sue
Environmental Land Use Restrictions
Licensed Environmental Professionals (LEPs)
Remediation Standard Regulations (RSRs)

Content Last Updated March 31, 2023

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection