Environmental Site Assessment (Phase 2)
Riverbend Environmental is committed to delivering comprehensive Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Reports, conforming to the ASTM Standard Practice 1903-11, tailored to suit the specific needs of your business. We conduct thorough Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for a variety of properties including commercial, industrial, and government sites across the United States. Whether you’re involved in purchasing, refinancing, or dealing with foreclosures, our services are crucial in identifying potential environmental liabilities linked to a property’s past use. Each of our Phase II ESAs is customized to the particular requirements of your project, ensuring relevant and practical recommendations.
What is a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment? A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment is a detailed investigation conducted to assess potential contamination on a commercial property. The extent of a Phase II ESA is determined based on the specific needs of the client. Common components of this assessment may include:
Customer Benefits
A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) offers several key benefits, particularly for property owners, buyers, investors, and developers.
- Detailed Site Analysis
- Informed Decision Making
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Management
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A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment becomes necessary when a Phase I ESA reveals a REC. A REC is defined as the presence or likely presence of hazardous substances or petroleum products on a property due to release, conditions indicative of a release, or conditions posing a material threat of future release into the environment.
Typically, properties that may need a Phase II ESA include:
- Gas Stations with Underground Storage Tanks
- Automotive Repair Facilities
- Dry Cleaners with On-Site Cleaning Equipment
- Manufacturing and Industrial Properties using Hazardous Chemicals or Petroleum Products
- Properties with a History of Hazardous Substance or Petroleum Product Spills or Releases
- Properties in Close Proximity to Any of the Above
Not every property in these categories will require a Phase II ESA. If a property is well-maintained and the current owner has documented compliance with spill prevention regulations, a simpler record review might suffice.
