Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments in Tampa, FL

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Before investing in commercial property in the Tampa Bay area, it’s essential to assess potential environmental risks. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) identifies Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) that could impact property value, redevelopment plans, or financing. Most lenders require a Phase I ESA prior to closing.

With over 30 years of experience, Lord & Winter delivers accurate, timely ESA reports tailored to Florida’s regulatory landscape. Our team combines technical expertise with regional insight to help clients meet due diligence deadlines with confidence.

We provide Phase I ESA reports within 10 business days and proudly serve Tampa, St. Petersburg, and the greater Hillsborough County area.

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Project Examples

Gulf coast Jetty Rehabiliation

Environmental Compliance

As part of post-hurricane recovery and ongoing redevelopment efforts, a federal contractor required environmental support to assess and restore jetty structures at a military installation on the Gulf Coast of Florida. These jetties, critical for protecting marina infrastructure and shoreline areas, were significantly damaged during Hurricane Michael in 2018.

Gulf Coast Subscale drone Facility

Environmental Permitting

A federal design-build contractor required environmental permitting support for the development of a subscale drone operations facility on a military installation in Florida. The project site was located within a designated redevelopment zone and included anticipated impacts to up to 2.47 acres of wetlands and other jurisdictional waters. These impacts triggered the need for both federal and state environmental permits.

Port Charlotte CRE Retail Expansion

Environmental Site Assessment

A commercial real estate development company sought environmental due diligence services to expand its retail footprint in the vibrant and growing Fort Myers, Florida. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment was required to assess Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) at a vacant lot formerly used in health care in Port Charlotte, Florida.

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All Appropriate Inquiry

Lord & Winter Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) are designed to meet “All Appropriate Inquiry” requirements of the ASTM 1527-13 Standard. This is the standard for a prospective purchaser's environmental risk protection. Key elements of the All Appropriate Inquiry include:

Site Reconnaissance
An on-site inspection of the parcel to identify whether or not evidence exists of a spill or release to the soil, groundwater, or soil vapor.
Records Review
A review of city directory records and/or tax records to determine whether businesses with known hazardous waste handling operations operated within the parcel.
Database Search
A database search to discover whether any permit violations, reported spills or releases, environmental cleanups, or hazardous waste permits occur within the property boundary.
Maps
A review of historical aerial photographs, topographic maps, and Sanborn fire insurance maps to identify any evidence of illicit dumping, fueling operations, or other waste storage and handling.
Interviews
Buyer and seller questionnaires to document any institutional knowledge of hazardous waste operations and clean up, and interviews with state and local agencies to determine whether the site has been listed for leaking underground storage tanks, dry cleaner facilities, or remediation sites.
Phase 1 ESA Report
A report documenting the results of the site reconnaissance, historical data review, interviews, and other ASTM 1527-13 recommended research items. The report concludes whether or not Recognized Environmental Conditions were found at the property.

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Lord & Winter always exceeds our expectations in performing environmental consulting services throughout a large geographical range, in a timely manner, and at a competitive price point.

- Real Estate Industry Project Manager

As a project manager, I greatly appreciate Lord & Winter’s professionalism in completing our Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment well within the agreed scope, schedule, and budget.

- Mining Project Engineer

We use David and his staff at Lord & Winter on projects throughout the United States. I am amazed at how they balance sensitive environmental requirements and a demanding developer's schedule. I fully believe if you find a consultant you can rely on and trust to have your best interest at hand, you should stick with them and I will continue to use Lord & Winter.

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