Environmental
In NJ, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is designed to:
AClean up contaminated soil
BIdentify potential recognized environmental conditions (RECs) through records review, site inspection, and interviews✓ Correct
CObtain a certificate of occupancy
DSatisfy the NJ Spill Act requirements
Explanation
A Phase I ESA identifies recognized environmental conditions (RECs) through historical research, site reconnaissance, and interviews. It does NOT include soil or groundwater sampling; that occurs in a Phase II ESA.
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