Environmental
In Washington, a prospective buyer of a commercial property should conduct an 'All Appropriate Inquiries' (AAI) investigation primarily to:
AQualify for a lower purchase price
BProtect against CERCLA liability by establishing the innocent landowner defense✓ Correct
CSatisfy state licensing requirements
DComply with SEPA threshold requirements
Explanation
The ASTM E1527-21 Phase I ESA conducted before purchasing commercial property establishes CERCLA's 'All Appropriate Inquiries' standard, which can protect a buyer from liability for pre-existing contamination as an innocent landowner.
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