Superfund Site Institutional Control Notice

EPA published a notice documenting institutional controls at a Superfund site in Region 1. Institutional controls are administrative and legal mechanisms—such as deed restrictions, zoning, or use limitations—that limit land or resource use to prevent exposure to contamination remaining after cleanup actions.

Affected parties, including current and prospective property owners, developers, and local governments near the referenced Superfund site, should review the notice to understand any use restrictions that apply to the affected property. Parties conducting due diligence on real estate transactions in the vicinity of Superfund sites should request copies of institutional control documentation to identify potential encumbrances.