A Phase I ESA is the industry standard for identifying potential environmental liabilities before acquiring, refinancing, or redeveloping a property. We conduct every assessment in accordance with the ASTM E1527-21 standard and the EPA’s All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI) rule.
WHAT's included
Site reconnaissance and visual inspection
Interviews with knowledgeable parties
Historical records review (aerials, Sanborns, topographic maps, directories)
Regulatory database search and review
Evaluation of Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs)
WHAT WE DO
We protect real estate actors from enviromental liability using a three-pronged approach
All of the elements of a Transaction Screen Assessment
Geologic and hydro-geologic conditions review, including:
soil survey review
detailed local environmental agency research for site-specific files
other miscellaneous documents
Detailed historical review, including:
topographic map review
title search or assessor records review for a 50-year period
zoning map review
aerial photography review for at least a 50-year period
Sanborn Map review
building department records and other local records
historical atlases review
historic city directory review
historic land use map review
WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH US
✔ Deep knowledge of regional environmental conditions and stakeholders
✔ Responsive team, fast turnaround times
✔ Experience with commercial, industrial, and mixed-use properties
