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US EPA Brownfields Grant Program
In 2022, the City of Unalaska was awarded a $500,000 grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency for brownfields assessments and work plans. By completing environmental site assessment and cleanup activities, this program aims to provide several benefits to our community:
Contribute to economic prosperity and environmental restoration.
Make neighborhoods safer and healthier.
Help enable Unalaska's future growth potential.
Increase property marketability.
This is an ongoing program, with funds allocated for use through 2026. We'll be using this page to update the community on the process.
October 2024
We are beginning the next phase of the the City’s Brownfield Reuse and Revitalization Program in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency and Stantec Consulting. We are seeking a select number of homeowners to participate in a Regulated Building Materials survey conducted by Stantec Consulting to identify potential hazardous contaminants in homes. This effort will help the City better understand the needs of Unalaska residents and guide future clean-up initiatives. Homeowners who volunteer for the survey will not only contribute to keeping the island cleaner but will also be given priority for future contamination removal programs led by the City.
If you are interested in nominating your home for a site visit, please download the 'Site Nomination Form' and return it by email to [email protected], mail it to PO Box 610, Unalaska AK 99685, or drop it by the Planning Department on the first floor of City Hall.
Why Should I Participate?
Ensure that your health and safety is not being threatened by the presence of any hazardous materials in your home.
Potentially increase your property value.
Confirm that there are no hidden environmental issues that could cause issues before starting on a home renovation project.
Increase the lifespan and energy efficiency of your home by identifying any problems like structural damage, plumbing concerns,or contaminated insulation.
Be first in line to benefit from future City of Unalaska clean-up programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is A Brownfield?
A brownfield is a property, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant. It is estimated that there are more than 450,000 brownfields in the U.S. Cleaning up and reinvesting in these properties increases local tax bases, facilitates job growth, utilizes existing infrastructure, takes development pressures off of undeveloped, open land, and both improves and protects the environment.
What Are Regulated Building Materials (RBM) Surveys?
An RBM is a physical study where building material samples are collected and tested by a certified inspector to evaluate whether they contain hazardous substances, such as asbestos, lead paint, mold, PCBs, mercury or other regulated substances. The results of these surveys will not be made public, and the information gathered is generally not reported to regulatory agencies. The overall goal of an RBM is to help homeowners with assessment and eventually cleanup of their homes. The RBM is also performed at no cost to the homeowner.
Will an RBM Survey Affect My Property Value?
For properties with little to no contamination, this information can enhance marketability by assuring potential buyers or developers of the property's safety. For sites with significant contamination, property owners can still benefit through potential tax incentives, grant funding, or reduced liabilities, as early identification enables proactive remediation efforts, which may ultimately increase the property's long-term value and redevelopment potential.
The RBM Survey Found Hazards or Contamination - Now What?
If the RBM Survey identifies hazardous materials such as asbestos-containing materials or lead-based paint, it’s important to understand that their presence doesn’t always require immediate action. If the materials (like siding or flooring) are in good condition and not disturbed, they may not pose a direct risk. The RBM report can be provided to an abatement contractor for an estimate. No matter what, homeowners will not be fined if contamination is found.
For more information, please read our flyer or feel free to contact grant manager Jackie Adams at (907) 581-3100 or [email protected].
