Need adviceYou probably want to steer clear of any project that requires environmental reports and possible soil contamination.

Actually, the PCR links simply points to an additional copy of the Environmental Compliance Record.

Big difference.Know who regulates the water and waterfront and know the regulations, look closely at environmental issues like a septic tank!

Say it's a C-store, to sell it, you'll need to be able to explain things like traffic count, environmental requirements, burried gas tanks and liners, as an existing business you'll need to interpret financial statements, understand inventory turn over, beer licenses and distributorship agreements for gas.

It is no worse or no better than many of the others.Just because it isn't black does not mean that you don't need to respect it and be cautious when removing it.Travis WestCIEC (Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant)MAC0325 (Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant, Texas Department of State Health Services)

There has been much research on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design and the benefits of community working together!

The site and neighborhood may not be subject to serious adverse environmental conditions, natural or manmade, such as dangerous walks or steps; instability; flooding, poor drainage, septic tank back-ups or sewage hazards; mudslides; abnormal air pollution, smoke or dust; excessive noise, vibration or vehicular traffic; excessive accumulations of trash; vermin or rodent infestation; or fire hazards.

It's currently in final revisions of its environmental impact report. 

@DanielFor what it's worth, there was an environmental problem in neighborhood where 2 of my rentals are (old WWII munitions were found buried).

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