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Environmental Site Assessments

Lakeshore Environmental, Inc. Provides Due Diligence Services for Pentwater Township Property

By Environmental Site Assessments, Projects

October 2022

Lakeshore Environmental, Inc. (LEI) assisted with the due diligence of a property consisting of several parcels totaling approximately 160 acres of vacant land located within the Pentwater Oil Field in Pentwater Township. LEI completed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) on the property which led to the identification of several recognized environmental conditions (RECs) related to former oil exploration and/or extraction activities. A Phase II ESA was completed which identified the presence of hazardous substances at levels above the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Part 201 Cleanup Criteria. Therefore, LEI completed a Baseline Environmental Assessment (BEA) on behalf of the client for submittal to the EGLE. Documentation of Due Care Compliance, which demonstrates compliance with applicable due care obligations, was also prepared. The environmental services rendered will protect the client from cleanup liability relating to the known contamination and ensure compliance with applicable due care and continuing obligations.

Remodel of a Property in Downtown Muskegon

By Environmental Site Assessments

April 2022

Lakeshore Environmental, Inc. (LEI) assisted a commercial property owner with the completion of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) on a property located in downtown Muskegon, MI. LEI’s services were designed to meet the lending requirements of a local lender and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). In addition, Documentation of Due Care Compliance was completed and submitted to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Remediation and Redevelopment Division (RRD) for approval. Reliance was provided to the lender and SBA for the environmental reports. EGLE approval was obtained, lending requirements were met, acceptance was provided by SBA, and the client’s financing was granted.

Lakeshore Environmental, Inc. Continues to Support Grand Haven Businesses

By Environmental Site Assessments, Projects

February 2022

Lakeshore Environmental, Inc. (LEI) assisted with the acquisition of a 150,000 square foot industrial facility, with known environmental concerns, located within the City of Grand Haven, MI. LEI’s role was to conduct “all appropriate inquires” and to obtain cleanup liability protection for the new owner through the submission of a Baseline Environmental Assessment (BEA) to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Remediation and Redevelopment Division (RRD). In accordance with the requirements under Part 201 and CERCLA, LEI assisted with the development of Documentation of Due Care Compliance to ensure compliance with applicable due care and continuing obligations. Exposure pathways were evaluated which led to the completion of a vapor study in order to address possible vapor intrusion concerns within the facility building.