Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can the Brownfields Program help my business or for-profit entity get grant aid for redeveloping a property?The City of Indianapolis can act as your sponsor or co-applicant in applying for various Brownfield remediation or assessment funds from the State of Indiana Brownfields Program. The City can also assist you in applying for Indy/LISC Neighborhood Brownfield Initiative grant funds as long as a not-for-profit organization sponsors your application.
Q: What is the City’s policy for working with private entities to redevelop brownfield sites?
The Brownfields Program welcomes redevelopment by any party. The City can assist in guidance and/or funding for remediation. However, the grants available for these activities typically require private entities to join with not-for-profit organizations or the City in applying for funds.
Download the City's policy for partnering with private for-profit entities to receive grant or loan assistance.
Q: How can the Brownfields Program help my not-for-profit organization redevelop a
contaminated site?
Not-for-profit organizations are eligible for grant funding through the City of Indianapolis/LISC Grant & Loan Fund. Additionally, the City’s Brownfields Program can assist in answering any questions concerning Brownfields redevelopment or refer you to the appropriate authority.
Q: Do you have a comprehensive list of brownfield properties in Indianapolis?
No. However, the Brownfields Program is working on a Brownfields Inventory for Center Township.
Q: What state/local sponsored programs assist with brownfields redevelopment?
The Indiana Brownfields Program provides grants, low interest loans, tax credits, and grant matching incentives to aid in Brownfields redevelopment. The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) also provides funding opportunities to not-for-profit entities.
Q: How many brownfield sites does Indianapolis have?
Preliminary research has identified more than 120 potential brownfield sites in Center Township alone. If the other 8 townships are added to this figure, the total number of brownfield sites in Indianapolis is likely close to 400 or more.
Q: What City-owned brownfield properties are available for purchase and redevelopment?
The following is a listing of City-owned brownfield properties that may be available for redevelopment:
- Keystone Enterprise Park
- 1402 MLK
- 2460 North Delaware
- 2878 Clifton
- 2308 West 10th Street
- 507 E. 29th Street