Environmental Site Assessment Ontario

  Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a crucial step in property transactions and land development across Toronto and Ontario. Whether you are buying, selling, refinancing, or planning redevelopment, conducting an ESA helps identify potential environmental contamination risks and ensures compliance with provincial regulations. What is an Environmental Site Assessment? An Environmental Site Assessment is a detailed investigation of a property to determine whether soil or groundwater contamination exists due to past or current activities. In Ontario, ESAs are typically conducted following the guidelines set by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP). Environmental contamination may arise from former industrial operations, gas stations, dry cleaners, automotive facilities, or improper waste disposal. Identifying these risks early protects buyers from liability and costly remediation in the future. Types of Environmental Site Assessments In...