Environmental

An Alaska buyer performing due diligence on a commercial property would typically commission a 'Phase I Environmental Site Assessment' (ESA) to:

ATest soil samples for specific contaminants
BIdentify recognized environmental conditions through records review and site inspection without sampling✓ Correct
CObtain ADEC certification that the site is clean
DDetermine the cost of environmental cleanup before purchase

Explanation

A Phase I ESA is a non-invasive investigation that reviews historical records, regulatory databases, and conducts a site inspection to identify recognized environmental conditions (RECs). If RECs are found, a Phase II ESA involving actual sampling and testing may be recommended.

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