The Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments Regional Brownfields Partnership and CT Brownfield Land Bank, Inc are pleased to announce an open solicitation period for brownfield assessment projects within the geographic boundaries of Connecticut.

Eligible Activities:

  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Reports
  • Phase II Environmental Site Assessments Reports
  • Phase III Environmental Site Assessments Reports
  • Hazardous Building Material Analysis
  • Clean-up Planning
  • Remedial Action Planning

Eligible Applicants:

  • CT municipalities
  • Redevelopment agencies
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Private Entities (w/ Municipal Support)

*Applicants do not need to own the site to receive assistance under the program; however, a written site access agreement from the property owner is required if awarded.

Funding Availability:

The maximum request for each assessment project is $75,000.

Required Attachments:

  1. Completed Application – https://nvcogct.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/site-location_EPA-Assessment-Site-Eligibility-Determination.docx
  2. Site property card
  3. Proof of municipal support for the project
  4. If you do not own the site, a letter showcasing the owner’s willingness to provide access

Submission:

All projects must submit the required attachments to Ricardo Rodriguez, Brownfield Program Director (rrodriguez@nvcogct.gov) and Inez Ortiz, Brownfield Planner II, (iortiz@nvcogct.gov) no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20th to be considered. Project selection will occur in early summer. NVCOG Staff are available to assist potential applicants with any questions.

For more information on the NVCOG Brownfields Program, please visit: Brownfields Program – NVCOG CT – Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments

For more information on the CT Brownfield Land Bank, Inc, please visit: Connecticut Brownfield Land Bank, Inc.