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Quinn Developments recognises the importance of brownfield regeneration in addressing housing shortages, reducing urban sprawl, and protecting green spaces.

By engaging with regulators early in the planning process and then undertaking site investigation works, we can produce risk assessments, options appraisals, and remediation strategies and undertake remediation and enabling works implementing rigorous verification measures to ensure that brownfield sites are transformed into sustainable and desirable developments.

Our commitment to responsible land use and environmental stewardship contributes to a more resilient and sustainable future.

 

Investigation & Risk Assessment: A Foundation for Successful Remediation

Quinn Developments offers comprehensive site investigation and risk assessment services, providing essential insights for successful land remediation projects. Our experienced team includes a Chartered Scientist who will utilise advanced techniques and technologies to gather data on soil, groundwater, and historical site conditions.

By conducting thorough assessments, we identify contaminants, evaluate potential risks, and develop tailored remediation strategies that align with Environment Agency Land Contamination Risk Management (LCRM) guidelines. Our commitment to data-driven decision-making ensures effective and efficient remediation, protecting public health and the environment while facilitating sustainable land development.

Quinn Developments offer the following services:

  • Tier 1: Preliminary Risk Assessments (Phase 1).
  • Tier 2: Generic Quantitative Risk Assessments.
  • Tier 3: Detailed Quantitative Risk Assessment.

Quinn Developments in house technical experts can undertake the following works and reporting:

  • Intrusive Investigation Works (Preliminary and Detailed).
  • Geotechnical Investigation Works.
  • Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Risk Assessment.
  • Asbestos Risk Assessment and Asbestos Management Plans.
  • Coal Mining Risk Assessment.
  • Ground Gas Risk Assessment.
  • Controlled Waters Risk Assessment.
  • United Utilities: Risk Assessment for Water Pipes.

 

Regulator Liaison: A Proactive Approach to Compliance

Quinn Developments appreciate the importance of early regulatory engagement as a crucial step in ensuring successful remediation and enabling works. By proactively involving relevant authorities from the outset, we can establish a clear understanding of regulatory requirements, identify potential challenges, and develop effective strategies to address them.

This proactive approach helps to streamline the permitting process, minimise delays, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, ultimately leading to more efficient and successful project outcomes.

 

Feasibility Assessment and Options Appraisals: Informed Decision-Making

Quinn Developments specialises in conducting comprehensive Feasibility Assessments and Options Appraisals for brownfield land redevelopment projects. Our approach ensures a thorough evaluation of site conditions and potential remediation strategies.

We begin by identifying feasible remediation options that align with project objectives and regulatory requirements. Next, we establish clear options appraisal objectives, these objectives include factors such as regulatory compliance, sustainable remediation, technical feasibility, environmental protection, health and safety, cost-effectiveness, and project timelines.

Quinn Developments evaluates a range of remediation options, which enables us to identify the most suitable remediation strategy for the specific site and project goals.

 

Remediation Strategies: Tailored Solutions for Sustainable Development

Quinn Developments’ in-house geo-environmental consultants develop comprehensive remediation strategies for brownfield land redevelopment projects. Our approach aligns with the EA LCRM guidelines to ensure effective and sustainable remediation.

In designing the Remediation Strategy, we build upon the insights gained from our Feasibility Assessment and Options Appraisal to develop a tailored Remediation Strategy. The Strategy will outline the specific actions required to address identified contaminant linkages and achieve the defined remediation objectives. We carefully consider factors such as regulatory requirements, site-specific conditions, and long-term sustainability.

The remediation strategy includes a detailed verification plan, outlining the data collection and analysis methods that will be used to monitor and assess the effectiveness of the remediation process. This ensures that the implemented measures achieve the desired outcomes and meet the established criteria and regulatory compliance.

 

Remediation Validation: Ensuring Project Compliance and Sign off

Quinn Developments is dedicated to promoting the redevelopment of brownfield land in alignment with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) Guidance.

Upon completion of the remediation works, we produce a comprehensive verification report, providing evidence that the remediation objectives have been met and the site is now suitable for its intended use. This report serves as a valuable record of the project’s success and can be used to support future development activities.

 

Waste Classification: Responsible Waste Management

Quinn Developments provides comprehensive waste classification services for soils, including potentially contaminated ground at brownfield sites. Our expert team conducts thorough waste classification and assessments to accurately determine the disposal requirements and facilitate efficient waste management.

By classifying waste according to its characteristics and potential hazardous properties, we assist clients in identifying appropriate disposal or treatment options. Our waste classification reports provide valuable information for decision-making and help to minimise environmental risks and costs associated with the handling and disposal of contaminated materials.

 

Gas and Groundwater Monitoring, Sampling and Risk Assessments: High-Quality Data for Informed Decision-Making

At Quinn Developments, we understand the critical importance of high-quality data for effective risk assessment and management. By choosing Quinn Developments for your gas and groundwater monitoring and sampling needs, you can benefit from:

  • Specialist technical expertise.
  • Tailored solutions for complex environments.
  • High-quality data for informed decision-making.
  • Compliance with industry best practices.

Our experienced team of field engineers utilise a wide range of specialist gas and groundwater sampling and monitoring equipment (including PID, FID, GC-MS and continuous gas monitoring and Well Bailers, Peristaltic pumps and multi-parameter probes for water sampling and monitoring) to address diverse scenarios. We are adept at carrying out not only standard environmental monitoring programs but also bespoke programs in complex or sensitive environmental sites.

Quinn Developments offers the Installation and Maintenance of Monitoring Wells to ensure the accuracy and reliability of your data collection. We also offer a comprehensive range of gas, vapour, groundwater, and surface water monitoring and sampling services, including

Groundwater and Surface Water:

  • Groundwater monitoring and sampling (including low-flow sampling).
  • Surface water monitoring and sampling.
  • NAPL thickness monitoring.
  • Groundwater chemical and biological parameters.
  • Permeability testing.
  • Aquifer testing/ pumping tests.

Gas and Vapour

  • Ground gas and vapour sampling and testing.
  • Ground, landfill, and mine gas monitoring, including continuous monitoring.
  • Fluxbox gas monitoring.
  • Radon Monitoring.

Our work is conducted in accordance with industry best practices, including BS10175:2011+A2:2017, BS 5930:2015+A1:2020, BS 8485-2015+A1-2019, BS EN ISO 5667-11:2009, BS 8576:2013, NHBC NF94:2023 and CIRIA guidance C665.

To enquire about our services, please get in touch with the team today.