This page, Brownfield Information for Non-Profit Organizations and Municipal Authorities , is offered by
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development
Massachusetts Department of Revenue
Office of Attorney General Maura Healey

Brownfield Information for Non-Profit Organizations and Municipal Authorities

Your eligibility for the different types of Brownfield incentives will depend upon your liability status. This page provides Brownfield eligibility information for Non-Profit Organizations and Municipal Authorities (CDCs, RAs, etc...)

Many parties participate in Brownfield developments, and non-profit organizations can play an important role. Please check out the links below.

MassDEP Involvement

Massachusetts provides technical assistance through its Regional Brownfields Coordinators. These staff can help non-profits navigate through the process.

Additional Resources for

State Cleanup Law - MGL Chapter 21E

State Cleanup Regulations - the Massachusetts Contingency Paln (MCP)

Licensed Site Professional (LSP) Program

Request a "State Acknowledgement Letter" for US EPA Brownfield Grant Applications

Liability Relief

Massachusetts General Law Chapter 21E (link below) provides liability relief to eligible persons,CDCs, charitable trusts and similar organizations. In addition, the Office of the Attorney General can enter into a Brownfield Covenant Not To Sue.