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Environmental Site Assessments & Due Diligence in NYC & WNY

We specialize in environmental due diligence to unlock safe and compliant development across New York City and Western New York.

From commercial real estate and infrastructure upgrades to institutional planning, CORE conducts Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), Phase II investigations, regulatory screenings, and environmental impact reviews. We help identify risks, document conditions, and enable confident decisions—grounded in data, compliance, and clarity.

CORE Environmental Consultants offers comprehensive environmental due diligence services to support real estate transactions, redevelopment, and planning efforts. We perform Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, environmental impact studies, and wetland/ecological evaluations in accordance with EPA and New York State standards.

Our team is experienced in HUD environmental review protocols, NEPA, SEQR, and local Brownfield programs, ensuring that each assessment is thorough and compliant. We uncover potential environmental liabilities early in the process and provide defensible reports that guide clients through acquisition, permitting, or cleanup decisions.

With responsive service and regulatory insight, CORE delivers the confidence you need to move forward—fully informed of site conditions and obligations.

Our Site Assessment & Due Diligence Services.

Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

CORE conducts desktop reviews and on-site investigations to identify recognized environmental conditions prior to acquisition, financing, or redevelopment. Each assessment is performed in accordance with ASTM E1527 standards and supports lender, investor, or regulatory due diligence.

Phase II Subsurface Investigations

We perform targeted soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling to confirm the presence or absence of contamination identified in Phase I reports. Data from these investigations informs remediation needs, risk management strategies, and environmental compliance pathways.

Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) & Reviews

CORE prepares comprehensive Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and technical reviews under NEPA, SEQR, and CEQR guidelines to evaluate potential project impacts. These studies support agency permitting, stakeholder coordination, and legally defensible project approvals.

Contaminated Soil & Fill Characterization

Our team provides detailed sampling and lab analysis of excavated soil and fill to determine contamination levels and classification for disposal or reuse. Accurate characterization prevents costly delays, ensures regulatory alignment, and supports construction timelines.

Brownfield (VCP) and E-Designation Investigations

We support redevelopment in NY by performing environmental investigations and preparing documentation required under the Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) or E-Designation protocols. CORE helps you navigate the regulatory process, reduce cleanup liability, and unlock development potential.

Wetlands and Ecological Assessments

CORE conducts field-based wetland delineations, habitat surveys, and ecological reviews to support site planning and permitting. We help clients identify jurisdictional features early, minimize ecological impact, and avoid costly delays in project execution.

Related Projects

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Environmental Due Diligence Hazardous Materials Consulting Housing & Community Public Works

Site Assessments and Hazardous Materials Consulting – BENLIC

CORE’s environmental due diligence and hazardous materials inspections ensured that all renovation efforts met local, state, and federal regulatory standards while protecting community health.

Client
Buffalo Erie Niagara Land Improvement Corporation (BENLIC)
Location
Buffalo, NY
Year
2023 – Present

Construction Oversight Environmental Due Diligence Environmental Remediation

Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments – Coastal Resiliency Project

CORE Environmental Consultants, Inc. performed environmental assessments in support of the Red Hook Coastal Resiliency Project (RHCR).

Client
Environmental Engineering Prime Consultant (on behalf of NYCEDC and Mayor’s Office of Recovery and Resiliency)
Location
Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY
Year
2021 – 2024

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Whether you're acquiring property, preparing for redevelopment, or navigating regulatory requirements—CORE delivers the environmental due diligence you need to move forward with confidence.

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