Groundsure

Groundsure Review

An unrivalled risk assessment tool

Groundsure Review is established as the leading report amongst the largest legal firms in the UK. It offers a fast, efficient and cost-effective means of assessing environmental risks and liabilities for commercial properties. This report is ideal for those wishing to undertake an initial screening of a site.

The special features which make Groundsure Review an industry leader:

It is the only rapid screening tool to include a review of large-scale historic maps (1:2,500) - highlighting potential risks that may not appear in reports using a scale of only 1:10,000
Reports are designed for ease of use and provide a single page executive summary covering key findings, recommendations and guidance
All reports state the most sensitive use for which the site is most likely to be suitable
Each report indicates a risk of the site being investigated further under part IIA of the EPA 1990
The level of risk of Direct or Necessary Remedial Action under Relevant Legislation is indicated in all reports
All reports include an aerial photograph of the study site and a highly detailed site plan
Groundsure Review is compiled and interpreted by IEMA accredited environmental auditors
Our Customer Helpline offers full technical support through access to our in-house team of experts

Underlying data

These detailed reports are based on:

A variable search radius of 500m - 1,500m (dependant on the potential hazard)
A review of historical mapping (1:10,560, 1:10,000, 1:2,500)
Potential for flooding and subsidence
Proximity to landfill sites, waste sites and scrapyards
Hazardous and regulated installations
Discharge consents
Abstraction licenses
Groundwater vulnerability and soil leaching potential
Source Protection Zones
Petroleum and fuel sites
Radon exposure
Current industrial land use details
Pollution incidents

Groundsure Review reports are very cost-effective. Reports can be despatched within 5 working days and are covered by Groundsure's substantial professional indemnity insurance.

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