I'm not sure what the backyard cleanup will involve but I am guessing a thorough liming of the soil following the physical removal of the dog poop.A problem I have with 'dog/pet people' is that they 'do not get' the problem.  

Today at 1:30 at the 5 seasons in the Prado in Sandy springs every Thursday.

If you aren't afraid of the soil or groundwater being contaminated from chemicals that were spilled or dumped onto the land, or disposed of in a septic system, then it sounds like the deal of the century. 

What would be valuable is something like "go to the tax record clerk for the county in Sylmar; Speak with Sandy if you can as she is the most helpful.  

@Jacob Tomko Parts of Texas have clay type soils and the foundations need maintenance.

What would you specifically look for during the study period other than soil, utilities, hookups, zoning, master plan and HOW LONG would you make the study period on a lot?

Looks like septic tanks are needed here, so I will have the health dept soil test prior to closing, this will ensure that we can put a septic on the property.2.

Sandi Queen Welcome to BP.

Redon is present in the soil.

I'd recommend getting involved with the Utah REIA and attending the monthly Bigger Pockets meetups in Sandy.