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Site Assessments

GEC has completed thousands of environmental site assessments. Our cost-effective investigative techniques provide the requisite levels of site information. In addition to All Appropriate Inquiry (AAI), ASTM or client-specific standards, we follow assessment procedures recommended or mandated by various governmental agencies.

Environmental site assessments are a standard part of most environmental due diligence activities during real estate or property transactions. GEC provides a large range of environmental due diligence investigations and site assessment services including the identification of recognized environmental conditions for US EPA’s All Appropriate Inquiry Rule (40 C.F.R. § 312.20) and ASTM investigations, wetland delineation to evaluate the presence of protected resource areas and mold investigations. GEC’s investigations range from single property transactions to acquisitions involving hundreds of properties, and from large undeveloped woodland tracts to industrial complexes.

Site Assessment for Real Estate

Environmental site assessments are a standard part of nearly all real estate due diligence, including refinancing, purchase/sale, or insurance. Goldman Environmental Consultants designs and implements site assessments to evaluate whether a release of oil and/or hazardous materials (OHM) exists. GEC conducts assessments for financial institutions, manufacturers, real estate trusts, industry, state agencies and homeowners on properties throughout New England and across the United States

Our site assessment services include the following:


Wetland Permitting

Goldman Environmental Consultants has extensive knowledge of wetland regulations and experience with projects requiring delineation and permitting of work proposed in and around wetland resource areas at the local, state, and federal level. GEC develops permitting documents and applications including those required for the Wetlands Protection Act (e.g., Request for Determination, Notice of Intent), local bylaws and the 401 Water Qualityand 404 Army Corps of Engineers permits.

Because several of GEC’s staff are, or formerly were, wetland regulators or Conservation Commissioners we know of the process and understand conservation commissions’ expectations maintaining credibility before regulating bodies. We not only understand the “letter” but also the “spirit” of the regulations. In addition, GEC managers play a significant role in local, state, and federal legislation and regulatory program development.

Mold Assessment

Goldman Environmental Consultants understands the consequences of mold contamination and offers effective remediation strategies. GEC custom tailors Mold Contingency Plans as well as remediation projects. A GEC Mold Contingency Plan is a customized, written plan outlining the steps to prevent moisture and other conditions favorable to mold-growth. Our clients favor such plans as a means of monitoring and mitigating potential mold issues before they become a bigger and more costly problem.

GEC also provides guidance on properly addressing moisture problems and remediating mold. GEC personnel include Certified Mold Assessors who can determine the severity of the contamination on a case-by-case basis. GEC is well versed in the variety of problems caused by mold contamination and the effects it has on tenants, homeowners, landlords, lenders, insurers and builders.

Brownfields

Goldman Environmental Consultants know Brownfields – the opportunities they present and the challenges they pose. GEC conducts site assessments and remediation in support of Brownfield acquisition and redevelopment for buyers, developers, lenders and borrowers. Brownfield investigations range from assessments as part of corporate divestiture, asset disposal and liability quantification to remediation and redevelopment expertise including remediation design and implementation, risk characterization and site closure and redevelopment. GEC understands Brownfield regulations and the unique challenges and opportunities that these properties represent. We work with our clients to facilitate the transition of properties from a contaminated and distressed condition to one that is vibrant and productive.