Environmental
An environmentally sensitive due diligence process for a commercial property purchase typically follows these phases in order:
APhase II → Phase I → Phase III (Remediation)
BPhase I (records/site review) → Phase II (sampling) → Phase III (remediation) if needed✓ Correct
CPhase III → Phase I → Phase II
DOnly a Phase I is ever required by law
Explanation
Environmental due diligence follows a phased approach: Phase I (records review and site inspection to identify RECs), Phase II (physical sampling if RECs are found), and Phase III (remediation design and implementation if contamination is confirmed). Each phase builds on the previous one.
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