Environmental
A 'Phase II Environmental Site Assessment' in Florida differs from a Phase I in that it:
AIs only required for commercial transactions over $1 million
BInvolves actual sampling of soil, water, and/or building materials to confirm or rule out contamination identified in Phase I✓ Correct
CReviews only historical records of the site
DProduces a title insurance commitment
Explanation
A Phase II ESA goes beyond Phase I records review and site inspection by collecting and analyzing soil, groundwater, and/or building material samples to confirm whether recognized environmental conditions (RECs) identified in Phase I represent actual contamination.
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