Brownfield
noun
A brownfield is a piece of land that has been previously used for industrial or commercial purposes and may be contaminated or have other issues, making it challenging to redevelop.
The city received a grant to clean up the brownfield for new housing developments.
Usage tips
Neutral
urban redevelopment, land reclamation, environmental assessment
noun
A brownfield is a piece of land that has been previously used for industrial or commercial purposes and may be contaminated or have other issues, making it challenging to redevelop.
The city received a grant to clean up the brownfield for new housing developments.
Usage tips
Neutral
urban redevelopment, land reclamation, environmental assessment
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Think of a brownfield as a once vibrant area that needs revival.
Many cities have brownfields that could become parks or homes.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
It's important to understand local regulations when discussing brownfields.
Regulations around brownfields can vary widely by location.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Use 'brownfield' in academic or professional discussions.
In casual conversation, you might refer to it simply as 'old industrial land.'
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Think of a brownfield as a once vibrant area that needs revival.
Many cities have brownfields that could become parks or homes.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
It's important to understand local regulations when discussing brownfields.
Regulations around brownfields can vary widely by location.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Use 'brownfield' in academic or professional discussions.
In casual conversation, you might refer to it simply as 'old industrial land.'
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Think of a brownfield as a once vibrant area that needs revival.
Many cities have brownfields that could become parks or homes.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
It's important to understand local regulations when discussing brownfields.
Regulations around brownfields can vary widely by location.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Use 'brownfield' in academic or professional discussions.
In casual conversation, you might refer to it simply as 'old industrial land.'
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