Practical environmental guidance
Straight answers on due diligence, soil, hazardous materials and indoor air, written for people who build and own property.
Phase I vs Phase II ESA: What Ontario Developers Need to Know Before Buying Land
What each phase covers, when a Phase II is triggered, how long each takes, and how to avoid paying for the same work twice if you will need a Record of Site Condition.
5 min read →Excess Soil · ConstructionOntario’s Excess Soil Regulation: What Builders and Developers Are Responsible For
A plain-language overview of O. Reg. 406/19: who the project leader is, what planning documents may be required, and how to keep excavation on schedule.
5 min read →Hazardous Materials · AsbestosDo You Need a Designated Substance Survey Before Renovating or Demolishing in Ontario?
Why Ontario owners must identify asbestos, lead, silica and other designated substances before tendering construction work, and what a good survey includes.
4 min read →Have a site or building to assess?
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