Environmental
A 'Phase II Environmental Site Assessment' differs from a Phase I in that it:
AA. Reviews only regulatory agency records
BB. Involves intrusive sampling of soil and/or groundwater to confirm or deny contamination✓ Correct
CC. Provides a legal opinion on liability
DD. Is required before any commercial real estate purchase
Explanation
A Phase II ESA moves beyond records review to physical sampling — soil borings, groundwater monitoring wells, and laboratory analysis. It is conducted when a Phase I identifies Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs).
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