Environmental
A Louisiana real estate licensee should recommend that buyers of older commercial properties consider:
AA standard home inspection only
BA Phase I Environmental Site Assessment to identify Recognized Environmental Conditions before purchase✓ Correct
COnly a title search without environmental review
DAn environmental inspection by the LDEQ
Explanation
For commercial properties, especially older or formerly industrial sites, a Phase I ESA is standard practice before purchase. It identifies potential environmental contamination that could create liability and affect property value — protecting the buyer under CERCLA's innocent landowner defense.
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