Contaminated and potentially contaminated sites
Contaminated and potentially contaminated territories on the map. Check that the land you plan to buy or build on is not the site of a former fuel depot, landfill or industrial facility.
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What is this
Latvia maintains a register of contaminated and potentially contaminated sites — it lists former fuel depots, landfills, industrial facilities, manure storages and other places where contamination may remain in the soil or groundwater.
If a plot lies in such a place, it can affect building possibilities, permitted use and costs — an investigation or clean-up may be required. It is one of those factors checked most rarely before buying land, yet potentially the most expensive.
What you will learn
- Whether the land lies in a contaminated territory
- The type of contamination and the site's history
- Contaminated and potentially contaminated sites
- How far from the property the nearest site is
- How it affects construction and use
- The site's registration data
How to use
- Open the map with the contamination layer.
- Find the plot by address or cadastre number.
- See whether there are red-marked sites nearby.
- Click a site → see its type and description.
Frequently Asked Questions / FAQ
How do I check whether land is contaminated?
What is the difference between a contaminated and a potentially contaminated site?
Is building allowed on a contaminated site?
Where does the contamination data come from?
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