Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment
ORTAM’s highly trained team of professionals will conduct the Phase 1 Environmental Study using proven and reliable methods, and compile a timely report (if required) with helpful recommendations and a detailed work plan and budget.
Phase 1 Environmental Site assessment SErvices
When you are buying or refinancing a property, an environmental site assessment (ESA) phase I study will be required by your financial institution.In addition to complying with the conditions of a sale or refinance, this study will demonstrate your commitment to reducing environmental liability and increase confidence in the condition of the site.
A phase I study identifies the presence of any potential sources of contamination on the site and examines the surrounding properties likely to cause an environmental impact. Our highly trained team of professionals will conduct the study using proven and reliable methods, and compile a timely report (if required) with helpful recommendations and a detailed work plan and budget.
The methodology used for this mandate is based on recommendations given in the Canadian Standard Association document number CSA Z-768-01
How we conduct your study
The scope of work for a Phase I Environmental Study includes:
A comprehensive review of the property’s history and the surrounding area, compiled with all available municipal and provincial data
An application of current laws for example: Bill 72, protection of wetlands
A site reconnaissance, including detailed aerial photographs of the site and surrounding properties and land features
An inspection of all equipment and materials for potential harmful or contaminated substances
An inspection and site walkover by qualified personnel
Our Commitment to You
ORTAM’s wide range of specialized services and team of highly trained professionals has made us industry experts when it comes to ESA Phase I studies. Based on our experience we are able to recommend a phase II only when it is necessary. We provide solutions and expertise in every aspect of our collaboration with clients. We work with cities, municipalities, real estate developers and brokers, insurance companies, and many other people in many industries to achieve their goals and complete their projects.
Keeping you at the forefront
Our team is always focused on service, and as such we are always focused on you. Our plan, budget and goals are always laid out at the outset of your project, and entirely transparent, keeping you in the loop all the way through to the finish.
Multi disciplinary team
Our diverse and experienced team is well versed in all aspects of environmental services, and specifically, in ESA Phase I studies. By working with us, you are working with a trusted team of experts that can handle all aspects of your project.
Innovation
We employ only the newest technologies and methods to ensure we are on the cutting edge of phase 1 environmental site assessments. With the most effective, and innovative means at our disposal, we can assure your assessment is conducted thoroughly and effectively.
Experience
Our experience in Phase I is particularly significant as it enables us to recommend a Phase II assessment. Our recommendations are overwhelmingly considered sensible and equitable by all parties, and in particular, are viewed by banks and financial institutions in a positive light.
Environmental Site Assessment Phase I Study in 3 Steps
ORTAM conducts Phase I studies using a simple and highly effective three-stage process.
1 - Collect
Connect with our construction cost consultants to get started. Our specialists will gather everything they need from you about the size of your project, as well as the initial financial costs.
2 - inspect
Using proven methodology and comprehensive evaluation tools, we analyze the costs, while factoring in any recommendations or feedback from you about the project needs.
3 - Report
Following our in-depth analysis, we deliver a timely and detailed report on all aspects of the costs, including an examination of contingency reserves for unseen costs.
Case Study
Real Estate Transaction Saved Due to Quick Work by ORTAM
The client was in the process of selling his business and its seven properties located in Montreal and Quebec. He needed the environmental studies for each property to be reviewed by engineering professionals and to be given an outline of what needed to be updated in order for the sale to go through…
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