The City is conducting testing at select demolition sites to verify that the fill used after demolition meets contractual environmental

The City received information that unapproved fill material may have been used at certain demolition sites. Environmental testing is being done to confirm conditions and determine whether corrective action is needed. 

Environmental testing began in July 2025 and is ongoing. 

The number of properties may change as the investigation continues. As of January 2026, the environmental testing schedule included approximately 651 sites. Due to factors such as weather, location, and the ongoing investigation, information about where a site is on the testing list or date a site is scheduled for testing will not be made available.

Environmental testing across all identified sites is expected to be completed by late spring 2026.

Timelines vary by location and weather. Initial testing can take 3-4 weeks.

Timelines vary by location and weather. Removal of unapproved fill can take 6-8weeks

Once verification process is completed it can take approximately 3 weeks to complete replacement.

The contractor will replace all sidewalks that were damaged during this process.

No further action is required, and a notice is provided

Contractors will remove and replace the fill material. Property owners and neighbors are notified throughout the process. 

The Construction and Demolition Department (CDD) coordinates and manages the testing, removal, replacement, and resident communications related to this process.

Mannik & Smith is the environmental consulting firm conducting sampling on behalf of the City.

You received the notice because you live within approximately 400 feet of a demolition site that is being tested or remediated.

Neighbor: No, testing is focused on the demolition site. Nearby residents are notified for awareness only. 

Property Owner: At this time, no issues have been identified at your property. If authorized testing will be conducted to verify conditions, and if the fill does not meet environmental standards, the City will remove and replace it at no cost to you.

Neighbor: No, we ask that neighbors stay off the site while sampling or follow-up work is underway. 

Property Owner: Yes, however we ask that you please do not disturb the soil and interfere with the collection of the testing process.

Neighbors: We are asking that neighbors stay off the property and be attentive to the testing and/or remediation process. 

Property Owners: If you accept the offer for testing, the City will notify you of the scheduled testing date. Property owners are responsible for clearing the property and providing access for testing. We ask that you please do not disturb the soil and interfere with the testing process. If you have any questions about the process, please use the contact information listed on your notice.

A list of properties being tested in your area, their current status, and the laboratory reports for sites requiring removal and replacement will be available online . If you need help navigating the site, please contact us at [email protected] or (313) 224-4737.