However, if I can't sway you, at least get a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment before you buy.

Are there any environmental problems with the site?

@Zachary Feldman Looks like it might be an environmental fee. 

If its not you would need to CYA and conduct a phase 1 environmental test.

They can reuse surveys and title, even environmental usually, but not usually appraisals. 

After receiving your signed LOI and deposit, the lender ordered an appraisal, property condition, and environmental reports per their policies.

Deal 2:Two lots, 20 and 23 acres on the backside of a large reservoir, surrounded by National Forest and something call an Environmental trust, several old mines in the area.

I would also plan on getting a mold test done by an environmental company before you close everything up.

Some case managers with Section 8 will go to bat for you, so try to establish a good rapport with them and the other folks at your local Housing Authority.Lastly, learn about CPTED (crime prevention through environmental design) to make your property uninviting to criminals and safer for your tenants.

@Lacy Tilley agreed, you need an environmental company (who doesn’t do the remediation themselves) test for unsafe levels of mold.