Researching the current and historical uses of potential urban agriculture project sites may help you better understand potential risks and mitigation needs:
- Database of historical cleanup sites and hazardous waste permitted facilities provided by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC)
- Database with historical environmental data on regulated facilities in California provided by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
- Information on current industrial use sites provided by SFDPH Environmental Health by submitting a file review request to the Hazardous Materials Unified Program Agency (HMUPA) by calling 415-252-3920 or using the form given here.
- Past permit history including history on demolished structures provided by SF Planning Department’s website in conjunction with the SF Tax Assessor Real Estate Information System
Studies on human health risks associated with lead:
- California Human Health Screening Level for Lead Guide provided by CalEPA Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)
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Child-Specific Benchmark Change in Blood Lead Concentration for School Site Risk Assessment also from the Cal/EPA OEHHA
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