Environmental Site Assessment
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports are detailed evaluations of a property’s environmental conditions, often required before real estate transactions, development, or financing. Our Phase I ESAs follow a structured approach to ensure thorough and reliable insights:
Introduction
Outlines the purpose, scope, and objectives of the Phase I ESA.Site Description
Provides a comprehensive overview of the property, including its location, size, topography, land use history, and nearby land uses.Historical Records Review
Examines historical land use and ownership via aerial photos, fire insurance maps, and other records to uncover potential environmental concerns.Regulatory Database Review
Searches federal, state, and local databases for environmental concerns related to hazardous waste, underground storage tanks, or permits.Site Reconnaissance
Conducts an on-site inspection to identify visual evidence of contamination, such as spills, storage tanks, or disposal areas.Interviews
Engages with current and past property owners, occupants, and stakeholders to gather insights on historical property use and environmental conditions.Data Analysis and Risk Assessment
Analyzes collected data to identify recognized environmental conditions (RECs) and potential liabilities.Findings and Conclusions
Summarizes identified RECs, potential concerns, and whether the property complies with “All Appropriate Inquiries” (AAI) under CERCLA.Recommendations
Provides guidance for further assessments, testing, or actions such as Phase II ESAs, remediation, or regulatory compliance.Limitations and Disclaimers
Discloses assessment limitations and clarifies the report’s scope and purpose.
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What’s included in our Environmental Site Assessments
Historical Review
Sites with a history of industrial or commercial use require detailed assessments due to potential environmental concerns to ensure due diligence and environmental compliance in accordance to ASTM E1527 standard.
Environmental Recommendations
Our Environmental Professionals provide comprehensive reviews of environmental conditions and offer regulatory and industry standard solutions to mitigating and resolving potential liability.
Cost for services
The cost of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) typically ranges from $1,500 to $6,000, depending on factors such as property size, complexity, historical usage, and regulatory requirements.