Soil, risks & QHSE management

Soil and groundwater pollution in Wallonia

Wallonia-accredited soil management consultancy: conducting studies and regulatory procedures in compliance with the 2018 Soil Decree
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Conducting a soil survey before starting any new development project or proceeding with a real estate transaction allows you to anticipate the constraints and opportunities associated with the land, in accordance with the requirements of the Walloon Region.

ABV Development, an accredited firm in Wallonia, assists you with all administrative procedures related to soil studies. Our experts are involved from historical studies to the implementation of remediation projects, including drilling and pollution characterization.

We integrate your technical, financial, and timeline challenges to support you until you obtain your permits.

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The Walloon regulatory framework: the Soil Decree of March 1, 2018

In the Walloon Region, requirements for contaminated soil assessments are defined by the Soil Decree of March 1, 2018, regarding soil management and remediation.

This framework mandates a structured process including a preliminary site investigation, and where applicable, a descriptive site investigation, a risk assessment, and, if necessary, a remediation project.

The study can be initiated on a voluntary basis (for project feasibility) or to meet regulatory requirements linked to a planning or environmental permit application.

Steps in a soil investigation in the Walloon Region

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Scientists sampling soil in red tubes, illustration for Soil and Groundwater Pollution
Top view of a team of architects meeting around site plans — project management and project engineering
Hand with pen on office reports and charts — writing environmental reports, audits and technical studies

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you need a soil study for your project in Wallonia?

ABV Development is accredited in the Walloon Region to conduct soil studies and provide support for all procedures related to building and operating permits.