Anyone buying property or vacant land should, usually through their solicitor, be aware of potential contamination sources on or near the land in question. This can influence perceived value, development potential, site safety and whether a lender is willing to accept the property as security.
When buying or selling a property, standard land searches and historical checks are usually carried out. However, these may not always provide a complete picture. Central Bedfordshire Council offers a chargeable service to review its records and provide any additional information that may help inform the transaction.
Developers
Guidance for developers can be found in the documents below: