The use of Liquid Boot saved approximately $1 million in project costs compared to using a geosynthetic liner.ī&N worked with another consultant on the vapor mitigation systems, reviewed all remedial action work plans, and provided oversight during remediation to ensure the work plan was followed.ī&N also led a design/build project for the casino in partnership with Reynolds Construction Company. Liquid Boot is a sprayed-on barrier that prevents chemical vapors from entering the occupied building. One remedial strategy B&N specified for the project was a vapor mitigation system using Liquid Boot®. In partnership with Hollywood Casino civil site design engineers, the B&N team helped address development concerns related to impacted soil and groundwater. B&N was on-site for critical phases of Phase I and II Environmental Property Assessments, negotiated with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), secured environmental approvals, and addressed compliance with VAP rules.
As an independent consultant, B&N reviewed documentation from all former consultants. The 475,000-square-foot casino now stands where a General Motors/Delphi automotive facility once operated.ī&N provided Voluntary Action Program (VAP) Certified Professional oversight of the brownfield assessment, cleanup and remedial activities. The new Hollywood Casino Columbus opened in 2012 on the 121-acre site of a former industrial brownfield.
