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PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT REPORT
Vacant Land
APNs: 0255-101-24-0-000 and 0255-101-30-0-000 Fontana, California 92337
June 3, 2022
CLIENT:
Mr. David Parker Chase Partners, Ltd. 6444 San Fernando Road, #3944
Glendale, California 91221
PREPARED FOR: Mr. David Parker
Chase Partners, Ltd.
PROJECT NUMBER:
P22185
PREPARED BY: REVIEWED BY:
_________________________________ _________________________________
Mark Stuhlman Martin A. Kasman
ASTM Environmental Professional Project Manager
This report was prepared in conformance to meet or exceed the scope and limitations as set forth by the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) Standard Practice E 1527-21. It is for the express use of the client, and its contents are considered to be privileged and confidential. Acceptance of this report constitutes an agreement by the client to assume full liability for information contained herein. This report is for the sole use and interpretation of the client, and it is not to be reproduced or distributed to outside parties. The information in this report is furnished in good faith and was obtained from sources and databases considered to be reliable; however, the accuracy of the information cannot be guaranteed. We declare that, to the best of our professional knowledge and belief, we meet the definition of Environmental Professionals as defined in §312.10 of 40 CFR 312. We have the specific qualifications based on education, training, and experience to assess a property of the nature, history, and setting of the subject property. We have developed and performed the all appropriate inquires in conformance with the standards and practices set forth in 40 CFR Part 312. The individual qualifications of these professionals are included in this report.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..................................................................................................... 1
2.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................... 1
2.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................. 1
2.2 Detailed Scope of Services ................................................................................................... 2
2.3 Significant Assumptions ...................................................................................................... 2
2.4 Limitations and Exceptions .................................................................................................. 2
2.5 Special Terms and Conditions.............................................................................................. 3
2.6 User Reliance ....................................................................................................................... 3
3.0 USER PROVIDED INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 3
3.1 Title Records ........................................................................................................................ 3
3.2 Environmental Liens or Activity and Use Limitations ........................................................ 3
3.3 Specialized Knowledge ........................................................................................................ 3
3.4 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information ............................................ 4
3.5 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues ................................................................... 4
3.6 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information ........................................................ 4
3.7 Reasons for Performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessment ....................................... 4
3.8 Other User Provided Information ......................................................................................... 4
4.0 SITE RECONNAISSANCE .................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions ................................................................................ 4
4.2 Location and Legal Description ........................................................................................... 5
4.3 Site and Vicinity General Characteristics ............................................................................ 5
4.4 Current Use of Property ....................................................................................................... 5
4.5 Subject Property Observations ............................................................................................. 5
4.6 Adjoining Property Observations ......................................................................................... 7
5.0 PHYSICAL SETTING SOURCES ......................................................................................... 7
5.1 Topography ........................................................................................................................... 7
5.2 Geology/Soils ........................................................................................................................ 8
5.3 Hydrology.............................................................................................................................. 8
6.0 RECORDS REVIEW............................................................................................................... 8
6.1 Historical Use Information on the Subject Property ............................................................ 8
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6.2 Historical Use Information on the Adjoining Properties ................................................... 10
6.3 Regulatory Records Review ............................................................................................... 12
6.4 Additional Regulatory Records Review ............................................................................. 17
6.5 Other Environmental Reports............................................................................................. 18
7.0 INTERVIEWS ....................................................................................................................... 18
7.1 Owner/Operator/Occupant Interviews ............................................................................... 18
7.2 Interviews with Local Government Officials ..................................................................... 18
7.3 Interview with Others ......................................................................................................... 18
8.0 NON-SCOPE SERVICES ..................................................................................................... 18
8.1 Presumed Asbestos-Containing Materials ......................................................................... 19
8.2 Results of Lead-Based Paint Observations ........................................................................ 19
8.3 Microbial Contamination (Mold) ....................................................................................... 19
8.4 Radon ................................................................................................................................. 19
9.0 FINDINGS AND OPINIONS ............................................................................................... 19
9.1 Recognized Environmental Conditions .............................................................................. 19
9.2 Historical Recognized Environmental Conditions ............................................................. 19
9.3 Controlled Recognized Environmental Conditions............................................................ 20
9.4 Vapor Migration ................................................................................................................. 20
9.5 Data Gaps/Data Failure ...................................................................................................... 20
9.6 Opinion ............................................................................................................................... 20
9.7 Deviations........................................................................................................................... 21
10.0 CONCLUSIONS.................................................................................................................. 21
10.1 Conclusions ...................................................................................................................... 21
11.0 APPENDICES ..................................................................................................................... 21
11.1 Site and Vicinity Map ...................................................................................................... 21
11.2 Site Plan............................................................................................................................ 21
11.3 Site and Vicinity Photographs .......................................................................................... 21
11.4 Historical Research Documentation ................................................................................. 21
11.5 Regulatory Records Documentation ................................................................................ 22
11.6 Interview and Research Documentation .......................................................................... 22
11.7 Special Contractual Conditions between User and Environmental Professional ............. 22
11.8 Qualifications of the Environmental Professionals .......................................................... 22
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1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Our review of regulatory and historical records, a visual inspection of the site and surrounding
area and an interview with the property purchaser’s representative has not identified any recognized environmental conditions, historical recognized environmental conditions or controlled recognized environmental conditions which are likely to impact the subject property.
Although data failure occurred in the historical uses of the subject property prior to 1938, it is
unlikely the data failure will impact the ability to identify any recognized environmental conditions. Based on the results of this assessment, no further environmental studies are recommended for the site.
2.0 INTRODUCTION
2.1 Purpose
The purpose of this Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is to determine if any recognized
environmental conditions, historical recognized environmental conditions or controlled recognized environmental conditions exist on or near the subject property. As defined by ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21, a recognized environmental condition is (1) the presence or likely presence of hazardous substances or petroleum products in, on, or at the subject property due to a
release to the environment; (2) the likely presence of hazardous substances or petroleum
products in, on or at the subject property due to a release or likely release to the environment; or
(3) the presence of hazardous substances or petroleum products in, on, or at the subject property under conditions that pose a material threat of a future release to the environment. The term is not intended to include de minimis conditions that generally do not present a material risk of
harm to human health or the environment and that generally would not be the subject of an
enforcement action if brought to the attention of appropriate governmental agencies.
The ASTM Standard defines a historical recognized environmental condition as a previous release of hazardous substances or petroleum products affecting the subject property that has
been addressed to the satisfaction of the applicable regulatory authority or authorities and
meeting unrestricted use criteria established by the applicable regulatory authority or authorities
without subjecting the subject property to any controls (for example, activity and use limitations
or other property use limitations). A historical recognized environmental condition is not a recognized environmental condition.
The ASTM Standard defines a controlled recognized environmental condition as a recognized
environmental condition affecting the subject property that has been addressed to the satisfaction
of the applicable regulatory authority or authorities with hazardous substances or petroleum products allowed to remain in place subject to implementation of required controls (for example,
activity and use limitations or other property use limitations).
The ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 requires all obvious uses of the subject property shall
be identified at five year intervals from the present, back to the subject property’s first developed
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use, or back to 1940, whichever is earlier, using standard historical sources. Developed use
includes agricultural uses or placement of fill dirt. Data failure occurs when these objectives are
not met. Our review of standard historical sources include aerial photographs, fire insurance
maps, local street directories, and building department or assessor’s property records. Our experience in performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments since 1990 has determined that the other standard historical sources identified in the ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 are
not reasonably obtainable or likely to be sufficiently useful, accurate, or complete in terms of
satisfying the objectives.
2.2 Detailed Scope of Services
This report is based on a preliminary study into the past and current uses of the subject property
and the surrounding area. The report includes a visual inspection of the subject property and adjacent sites, and a review of regulatory agency records, aerial photographs, and other historic record sources. Also included in this report are maps, diagrams, and photographs pertaining to
this site.
2.3 Significant Assumptions
The information in this report is furnished in good faith and was obtained from sources and
databases considered to be reliable; however, nothing in this report should be construed as a
promise or guarantee that the subject property is free of environmental hazards. In many instances, this report relies on regulatory database information provided by federal, state and local governmental agencies. Although the database information used in this report consists of
records that are updated on a regular basis, it may not reflect the actual current status of the case.
2.4 Limitations and Exceptions
This report was prepared in conformance to meet or exceed the scope and practice as set forth by
the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) Standard Practice E 1527-21, “Standard
Practice of Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process.”
No tests were conducted, and no samples of air, water, soil or building materials were taken.
This report is limited in nature and should not be construed to be a characterization of
environmental regulatory compliance or of any conditions above or below grade. The
evaluations in this report are based on information provided by interviews, readily accessible
regulatory and historical records and observations made during the site inspection. No independent verification of the information was obtained or performed by Orswell & Kasman,
Inc.
Orswell & Kasman, Inc. prepared this report in a competent and professional manner in
accordance with sound industry standards, practices and procedures. No warranty is provided
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regarding the actual site conditions described in this report beyond matters amenable to visual
confirmation. We make no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy or reliability of
information or documents provided by others and contained within this report.
This assessment was completed within the time constraints imposed by the client. In some cases, regulatory agencies, property owners, tenants, property managers and other knowledgeable
persons have not responded timely to inquiries concerning the subject property which may be
considered critical to determining whether a recognized environmental condition exists on the
subject property.
2.5 Special Terms and Conditions
No special terms or conditions have been incorporated into the preparation of this report. There were also no limiting physical conditions such as rain or lack of electrical power that had a limiting effect on the site inspection.
2.6 User Reliance This report is prepared for the express use of the client (or the client’s designee), and its contents
are considered to be privileged and confidential. Acceptance of this report constitutes an
agreement by the client to assume full liability for information contained herein. This report is
for the sole use and interpretation of the client and it is not to be reproduced or distributed to outside parties.
3.0 USER PROVIDED INFORMATION
3.1 Title Records
No recorded land title records were provided by the client for review.
3.2 Environmental Liens or Activity and Use Limitations
The client has not provided any information concerning environmental liens or activity and use
limitations.
3.3 Specialized Knowledge
No specialized knowledge of recognized environmental conditions, historical recognized
environmental conditions or controlled recognized environmental conditions in connection with
the subject property has been provided by the client.
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3.4 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information
The client has not provided any commonly known or reasonably ascertainable information
within the local community about the subject property that is material to recognized environmental conditions, historical recognized environmental conditions or controlled recognized environmental conditions in connection with the site.
3.5 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues No information has been provided by the client that indicates the subject property is being sold
or purchased at a significantly reduced price due to outstanding environmental issues.
3.6 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information
Information provided by the owner, property manager, and/or occupants of the site are included
in this report under Section 7.0, Interviews.
3.7 Reasons for Performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
The reasons for performing this Phase I Environmental Site Assessment are to satisfy
commercial real estate lending requirements or provide due diligence information concerning the historical uses and current condition of the site. This report is intended to permit the client to satisfy one of the requirements to qualify for the innocent landowner, contiguous property
owner, or bona fide prospective purchaser limitations under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (42 U.S.C. §9601). This practice
constitutes all appropriate inquiries into the previous ownership and uses of the subject property consistent with good commercial and customary practice as defined at 42 U.S.C. §9601(35)(B).
3.8 Other User Provided Information
No other information concerning the subject property has been provided by the client.
4.0 SITE RECONNAISSANCE
4.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions
The site reconnaissance consisted of a walk through the entire property, and visually observing
the structures, storage areas and parking lots. No inspection was conducted under floors, above
ceilings, on rooftops, or behind walls.
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4.2 Location and Legal Description
The subject property, APNs: 0255-101-24-0-000 and 0255-101-30-0-000, Fontana, California, is
located on the east side of Juniper Avenue, south of Santa Ana Avenue. The subject property is described as San Bernardino County Tax Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APNs) 0255-101-24-0-000 and 0255-101-30-0-000.
4.3 Site and Vicinity General Characteristics The site consists of vacant land located in a mixed commercial and residential area of Fontana,
California (see site plan). The site and the surrounding area are fairly level, and the subject
property is not connected to the municipal water and sewage systems.
4.4 Current Use of Property
The subject property is currently vacant and unoccupied. No manufacturing activities take place
at the site.
4.5 Subject Property Observations
On May 25, 2022, an inspection of the subject property and surrounding area was conducted by ASTM Environmental Professional Mark Stuhlman. The site consists of approximately 1.38 acres of vacant, unimproved land with no permanent structures or buildings (see photos #1 and
#2). The property is exposed soil, and no evidence of previous buildings were observed on the
site. An unidentified concrete vault is located in the southwest corner of the site (see photo #3).
Small amounts of windblown trash and other non-hazardous debris were observed on the site. The site inspection also attempted to identify the following features, activities, uses and
conditions:
Item Observation
Hazardous substances and petroleum products in connection
with identified uses
None identified
Hazardous substances and
petroleum products in connection
with unidentified uses
None identified
Unidentified hazardous substances
or petroleum products not in
connection with property use
None identified
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Item Observation
Aboveground hazardous substance
or petroleum product storage tanks
(ASTs)
None identified
Underground hazardous substance
or petroleum product storage tanks (USTs)
None identified
Vent pipes, fill pipes, or access
ways
None identified
Fueling systems None identified
Strong, pungent, or noxious odors None identified
Pools of liquid None identified
Drums, totes, or intermediate bulk
containers of hazardous substances or petroleum products
None identified
Machinery or equipment identified
as containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).
None identified
Significant staining or corrosion on interior or exterior portion of
property
None identified
Drains or sumps None identified
Standing surface water and pools or
sumps containing liquids likely to be hazardous substances or petroleum products
None identified
Regulated or unregulated wastewater discharge (wastewater
clarifiers)
None identified
Ponds, pits, or lagoons None identified
Stockpiled soils with visual
evidence of contamination
None identified
Questionable fill material
(unknown origin) or visual evidence of buried wastes
None identified
Septic systems or cesspools None identified
Wells None identified
Stressed vegetation None identified
Surficial disturbance None identified
Biohazardous or medical wastes None identified
Herbicide or pesticide use None identified
Dry-cleaning operation None identified
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Item Observation
Graded areas suggesting filled
material or mounds of stockpiled
debris
None identified
Heating/Cooling systems None identified
Other None identified
4.6 Adjoining Property Observations
Northern Border
North of the subject property is a commercial building which is occupied by The United States
Post Office (see photo #4). There were no visible signs of spills or contamination on the
adjacent property.
Eastern Border
East of the subject property is a commercial building which is occupied by The Home Depot (see
photo #5). There were no visible signs of spills or contamination on the adjacent property.
Southern Border
South of the subject property is a construction site (see photo #6). There were no visible signs of
spills or contamination on the adjacent property.
Western Border
West of the subject property is Juniper Avenue, and further west is a construction site (see photo
#7). There were no visible signs of spills or contamination on the adjacent property.
5.0 PHYSICAL SETTING SOURCES
5.1 Topography
A 1980 United States Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5 Minute Topographical map of the subject
property and surrounding area is included in the appendices of the report. The map shows the locations of the identified offsite environmental risks or threats described in the report. The
elevation of the subject property is approximately 1,065 feet above mean sea level. The subject
property and surrounding properties are fairly level.
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5.2 Geology/Soils
State of California
Department of Conservation
Division of Mines and Geology (CDMG)
The CDMG conducts studies, publishes maps, and provides information concerning the
geological formations throughout the state of California. CDMG research information is
combined with information from the United States Geological Survey and the ensuing geologic
maps of the state are prepared. These geologic maps also illustrate the approximate locations of known earthquake faults.
A review of the area map published by CDMG indicates the geologic area surrounding the
subject property consists of Holocene Younger fan deposits. The client may wish to refer to the enclosed geologic map.
5.3 Hydrology
California Department of Water Resources
Division of Planning and Local Assistance (DWR)
DWR maintains contour maps and data of the groundwater levels in the San Bernardino County
area. The records indicate the depth to the aquifer, as well as the approximate flow direction.
A review of this data revealed the site is located at an elevation of approximately 1,065 feet above sea level. The closest well is located about one mile northeast of the subject property. The
elevation of the nearby well is 1,102 feet above sea level, and the groundwater levels are 732
feet above sea level, or approximately 370 feet below the ground surface. Based on the
topography of the area, the groundwater flow is expected to be to the southwest, although this cannot be confirmed due to lack of nearby wells.
6.0 RECORDS REVIEW
6.1 Historical Use Information on the Subject Property City of Fontana Building and Safety Department
A review of the building records for the subject property determined there are no records.
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County of San Bernardino Assessor’s Office
A review of the Assessor’s records for the subject property determined the following: APN Address Year Built Use
0255-101-24-0000 Juniper Avenue ---- Vacant Commercial
0255-101-30-0000 ---- ---- Vacant Commercial
The property owners for both parcels are identified as the J. L. Brandenburg Separate Property Trust and the T. A. Brandenburg Separate Property Trust.
City of Fontana
Department of Planning The subject property is zoned residential planned community R-PC.
Historical Aerial Photographs
A review of historical aerial photographs of the subject property determined the following information:
Date of Photo Description
1938, 1948, 1959 The subject property is agricultural land. and 1966
1980, 1985, 1994, The subject property is vacant land.
2002, 2009, 2014
and 2019 Historical Topographic Maps
Available topographic maps dated 1896, 1898, 1901, 1905, 1909, 1913, 1926, 1929, 1938, 1943,
1946, 1955, 1959, 1963, 1965, 1969, 1975, 1980, 1985, 2012, 2015 and 2018 were reviewed for
this environmental site assessment. A review of the maps did not identify any commercial or industrial uses on the subject property which were likely to lead to any recognized environmental
conditions.
Historic Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps provide information on commercial and industrial properties,
based on risk data gathered for the fire insurance companies. The maps show the number of
buildings located on the subject property, and the type of construction. The maps also describe
the various businesses located nearby, and show the locations of tanks, boilers, and other
potential hazards.
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A review of the Sanborn Fire Insurance Map collections from 1867-1970, did not locate any
maps for the subject property.
Historic City Directory Search City Directories provide information on residential, commercial and industrial properties, and list
the business name and address. A review of the historic directories provides an overview of the
current and previous occupants of the site. A search of Lusky’s Criss Cross City Directory dated 1956-1965 and the Haines Criss Cross City Directory dated 1977-2011, determined there were no listings for the subject property.
A review of building permit records, county assessor records, historical aerial photographs,
historic topographic maps and historic city directories determined the subject property has been vacant land for the past 84 years.
6.2 Historical Use Information on the Adjoining Properties
Historical Aerial Photographs
A review of historical aerial photographs of the adjoining properties determined the following
information:
Date of Photo Description 1938 and 1948 North, east, south and west of the subject property is agricultural land.
1959 North and east of the subject property is agricultural land. South of the
subject property is a residence. To the west is Juniper Avenue, and further west is agricultural land.
1966 North and east of the subject property is agricultural land. South of the
subject property is a residence. To the west is Juniper Avenue, and further
west is a residence.
1980, 1985, 1994 North and east of the subject property is vacant land. South of the subject
and 2002 property is a residence. To the west is Juniper Avenue, and further west is
a residence.
2009 and 2014 North of the subject property is a commercial building. East of the subject property is a commercial building. South of the subject property is a
residence. To the west is Juniper Avenue, and further west is a residence.
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Date of Photo Description
2019 North of the subject property is a commercial building. East of the subject
property is a commercial building. South of the subject property is a
residence. To the west is Juniper Avenue, and further west is vacant land. Historical Topographic Maps
Available topographic maps dated 1896, 1898, 1901, 1905, 1909, 1913, 1926, 1929, 1938, 1943,
1946, 1955, 1959, 1963, 1965, 1969, 1975, 1980, 1985, 2012, 2015 and 2018 were reviewed for this environmental site assessment. A review of the maps did not identify any commercial or industrial uses on the adjacent properties which were likely to lead to any recognized
environmental conditions.
Historic Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps provide information on commercial and industrial properties,
based on risk data gathered for the fire insurance companies. The maps show the number of
buildings located on the property, and the type of construction. The maps also describe the
various businesses located nearby, and show the locations of tanks, boilers, and other potential hazards.
A review of the Sanborn Fire Insurance Map collections from 1867-1970, did not locate any
maps for the area surrounding the subject property. Historic City Directory Search
City Directories provide information on residential, commercial and industrial properties, and list
the business name and address. A review of the historic directories provides an overview of the
current and previous occupants of the adjoining properties. A search of Lusky’s Criss Cross City Directory dated 1956-1965 and the Haines Criss Cross
City Directory dated 1977-2011, determined the adjacent property to the north has been
occupied by The United States Post Office (2011). The adjacent property to the east has been occupied by The Home Depot (2011). There were no commercial or industrial uses on the adjacent property to the south, or west of Juniper Avenue which were likely to lead to contamination of the subject property.
A review of historical aerial photographs, historic topographic maps and historic city directories
determined the commercial building north of the subject property was constructed between 2005
and 2009, and the property was previously vacant or agricultural land. The commercial building east of the subject property was constructed between 2005 and 2009, and the property was
previously vacant or agricultural land. The property to the south has been a construction site
since 2021. The property was occupied by a residence between 1959 and 2021, and the property
was previously vacant or agricultural land. The property to the west of Juniper Avenue has been
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a construction site since 2021. The property was occupied by a residence between 1966 and
2020, and the property was previously vacant or agricultural land.
6.3 Regulatory Records Review
FEDERAL AGENCY RECORDS
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) National Priorities List
The National Priorities List (NPL) identifies abandoned or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites
which have been identified as possibly representing a long-term threat to the public health or
environment. These sites have been identified as being highly contaminated with hazardous substances and represent the USEPA's target enforcement and cleanup efforts. Studies of individual sites are conducted by the USEPA to determine level of contamination, and the sites
are then compared and ranked to other sites on the NPL.
A review of the USEPA National Priorities List dated January 2022 indicates there are no proposed, final or delisted sites located within one mile of the subject property.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
Federal Superfund Liens List
The USEPA maintains a list of Superfund Lien sites that have been issued on properties throughout the United States. These sites have been remediated through the expenditures of
Superfund monies. The purpose of the lien is to prevent the property owner from gaining a
financial benefit from the federal government's cleanup and restoration activities.
A review of the July 2011 Federal Superfund List revealed there are no Superfund Liens on or adjacent to the site.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation
and Liability Information System (CERCLIS) The USEPA has developed a database known as CERCLIS which contains information on
potential hazardous waste sites located throughout the United States. There are over 33,000 sites
on the CERCLIS inventory. All sites are subjected to a preliminary assessment and thereafter
are either placed on the National Priority List (NPL) or are placed in a category for those sites requiring no further Federal Superfund action.
A review of the January 2022 CERCLIS report indicates there are no CERCLIS sites listed
within a ½ mile radius of the subject property. In addition, there are no listed “No Further
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Required Action Planned” (NFRAP) sites identified within a ½ mile radius of the subject
property.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Treatment, Storage or Disposal Facilities (TSDF)
The USEPA maintains a list of facilities which have been authorized to receive hazardous waste.
These facilities have permits to treat, store, or dispose of the waste, as determined by the RCRA regulations. In addition, the USEPA publishes a list of those facilities that are subject to a corrective action, based on the facilities’ waste handling and storage procedures. The facilities
which are subject to a corrective action are identified as CORRACTS sites.
A review of the January 2022 RCRA TSDF list determined there are no known CORRACTS facilities located within a one-mile radius of the subject property. In addition, there are no non-CORRACTS TSD facilities listed within a ½ mile radius of the subject property.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
Tribal Underground Storage Tanks (UST) The USEPA maintains a list of locations of underground storage tanks (UST) located in Indian
country.
A review of the October 2021 Tribal UST list did not identify any registered tribal underground storage tanks within a ½ mile radius of the subject property.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
Tribal Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST)
The USEPA maintains a list of locations of leaking underground storage tanks (LUST) located in Indian country.
A review of the October 2021 Tribal LUST list did not identify any tribal leaking underground storage tanks within a ½ mile radius of the subject property.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Hazardous Waste Generators
The USEPA maintains a list of facilities which are identified as generators of large and small quantities of hazardous waste. These facilities have permits to generate, store and dispose of the
waste, as determined by the RCRA regulations.
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A review of the January 2022 RCRA Hazardous Waste Generators list determined the subject
and adjacent properties are not identified as large or small quantity hazardous waste
generators.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Institutional Control / Engineering Control Registries
The USEPA maintains a list of institutional and engineering controls for the purpose of tracking
sites that may contain residual contamination or have activity and use limitations. Engineering controls are engineering measures designed to minimize the potential for human exposure to contamination by either limiting direct contact with contaminated areas or controlling migration
of contaminants. Institutional controls are non-engineering controls used to restrict land use or
land access in order to protect people and the environment from exposure to hazardous
substances remaining at the site or facility. A review of the September 2006 USEPA Institutional Control / Engineering Control Registry did
not identify the subject property as having institutional or engineering controls.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Office of Emergency and Remedial Response Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS)
The USEPA maintains a list of locations which have reported a release of oil or hazardous
substances to the federal government. Most of the data in this system is based on information that was received during the initial notification. The USEPA ceased maintaining the ERNS database list in 1999, and the responsibility to report oil, chemical, radiological, biological and
etiological discharges into the environment was transferred to the United States Department of
Homeland Security National Response Center (NRC).
A review of the ERNS list for 1999 determined there are no reported incidents on the subject property.
United States Department of Homeland Security
United States Coast Guard
National Response Center (NRC)
The NRC is the national point of contact for reporting all oil, chemical, radiological, biological
and etiological discharges into the environment anywhere in the United States and its territories.
In addition to gathering and distributing spill data for Federal On-Scene Coordinators and
serving as the communications and operations center for the National Response Team, the NRC maintains agreements with a variety of federal entities to make additional notifications regarding
incidents meeting established trigger criteria.
A review of the NRC list for 2015 determined there are no reported incidents on the subject property.
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STATE AGENCY RECORDS
State of California
Environmental Protection Agency (CAL-EPA) Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) CAL-EPA is responsible for the regulation and enforcement of environmental health laws within
the state of California, as set forth by the California Health and Safety Code. CAL-EPA is also
designated by the USEPA to assist in enforcing federal environmental laws. CAL-EPA regulates companies involved in the generation, transportation, storage and disposal of hazardous substances. CAL-EPA records include the "CalSites" database, which is a listing of 7,800
known active, inactive and abandoned hazardous waste sites. These sites have previously been
reported in the Abandoned Site Program Information System (ASPIS), Bond Expenditure Plan
(BEP), and Cortese databases. CAL-EPA records also include a listing of the California Integrated Waste Management Board's "Active" and "Closed and Inactive" landfills database.
A review of the January 2022 CAL-EPA records determined there are no listed “CalSite”
facilities located within a one-mile radius of the subject property. In addition, there are no active, closed or inactive landfill sites identified within a ½ mile radius of the subject property. State of California Environmental Protection Agency (CAL-EPA)
Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC)
Land Use Covenants CAL-EPA/DTSC utilizes Land Use Covenants (LUCs) to protect the public from unsafe
exposures to residual contamination that is left in place after site remediation activities have been
completed. The LUC imposes limitations on land use when hazardous materials, wastes, or
substances remain on the subject property at levels which are not suitable for unrestricted use of the land. The LUC includes easements, servitudes, covenants, and restrictions which run with the land and continue into perpetuity unless modified or terminated in accordance with
applicable law. All LUCs are signed by the DTSC and the landowner, and recorded in the
county where the land is located.
A review of the January 2022 DTSC database records did not identify any deed restrictions on the subject property.
State of California
Water Resources Control Board
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) Land Use Covenants
RWQCB utilizes Land Use Covenants (LUCs) to protect the public from unsafe exposures to
residual contamination that is left in place after site remediation activities have been completed.
The LUC imposes deed restrictions and activity and use limitations on land use when hazardous
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materials, wastes, or substances remain on the subject property at levels which are not suitable
for unrestricted use of the land. The LUC includes easements, servitudes, covenants, and
restrictions which run with the land and continue into perpetuity unless modified or terminated in
accordance with applicable law. All LUCs are signed by the RWQCB and the landowner, and recorded in the county where the land is located.
A review of the December 2021 RWQCB database records did not identify any recorded land use
and activity restrictions on the subject property. State of California Water Resources Control Board (WRCB) Deed Restrictions
WRCB utilizes Deed Restrictions to protect the public from unsafe exposures to residual contamination that is left in place after site remediation activities have been completed. The Deed Restrictions impose restrictions and activity and use limitations on land use when
hazardous materials, wastes, or substances remain on the subject property at levels which are not
suitable for unrestricted use of the land. The Deed Restrictions can include easements,
servitudes, covenants, and restrictions which run with the land and continue into perpetuity unless modified or terminated in accordance with applicable law. All Deed restrictions are signed by the WRCB and the landowner, and recorded in the county where the land is located.
A review of the December 2021 WRCB database records did not identify any deed restrictions on the subject property. State of California Water Resources Control Board
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB)
The RWQCB is responsible for monitoring the quality and flow of groundwater, and they address other potential threats to the groundwater from surface spills and leaks. The RWQCB
monitors the contamination problem, the investigation and any remedial action. Their database
information includes active and closed Cleanup Program Sites, Land Disposal Sites, Leaking
Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Sites, Military Cleanup Sites, Military Privatized Sites,
Military Underground Storage Tank Sites and registered underground storage tank sites (RWQCB sites) within the State of California.
A review of the June 2019 RWQCB records determined the subject property is not listed as a
known RWQCB site. There are also no known open RWQCB LUST sites or active non-LUST RWQCB Cleanup sites identified within a ½ mile radius of the subject property. In addition, there are no records of registered underground storage tanks identified on or adjacent to the
subject property.
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6.4 Additional Regulatory Records Review
State of California
Department of Conservation Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM)
The CalGEM regulates the drilling, operation and abandonment of gas and oil wells throughout
the state of California. If an active, idle or abandoned well is located on or adjacent to a
proposed construction site, CalGEM requires a site plan review prior to issuing a building permit. Abandoned oil wells must meet standards established in 1984.
A review of the area map published by CalGEM indicates there are no producing, idle or
abandoned oil wells on or adjacent to the subject property. The client may wish to review the enclosed map. South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD)
The AQMD is responsible for the development and enforcement of regulations concerning air emissions and airborne hazards from stationary sources in the South Coast Air Basin. AQMD maintains a “Hot Spot” list of facilities whose air emissions pose as a risk to the surrounding
community. In addition, the AQMD Facility INformation Detail (FIND) database provides
public information about facilities in the AQMD basin.
A review of the AQMD records determined there are no "Hot Spot" facilities identified on or adjacent to the subject property. In addition, the subject property is not identified as an active
or inactive permitted facility in the FIND database.
County of San Bernardino Department of Solid Waste Management (SWM) SWM maintains information concerning the locations of active, inactive or future solid waste
landfill sites in San Bernardino County.
Contact with SWM officials determined there are no active, inactive or closed landfill sites located within a ½ mile radius of the subject property.
San Bernardino County
Fire Department (SBCFD)
Hazardous Materials Division
SBCFD maintains records concerning hazardous materials sites and underground storage tanks
in San Bernardino County.
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A review of the SBCFD records determined the subject property is not identified as a handler of
large or small quantities of chemicals, generator of hazardous waste, or having records of
registered underground storage tanks. The adjacent property to the east (The Home Depot Store #1857, 16783 Santa Ana Avenue) is identified as a small quantity hazardous waste generator, hazardous material handler and an EPCRA facility.
6.5 Other Environmental Reports
No previous environmental reports were identified by Orswell & Kasman, Inc. or made available by the client/user during the preparation of this assessment.
7.0 INTERVIEWS 7.1 Owner/Operator/Occupant Interviews
The property owner was not interviewed.
7.2 Interviews with Local Government Officials
No interviews with local government officials were conducted.
7.3 Interview with Others
Mr. Michael Carter, the property purchaser’s representative, advised the current owner purchased
the property in 2013. According to Mr. Carter no hazardous materials are stored or used on the premises. Mr. Carter advised to the best of his knowledge, there are no underground storage tanks, septic tanks, wells or wastewater clarifiers on the site, and he is not aware of any chemical
spills or contamination problems with the property.
8.0 NON-SCOPE SERVICES
No non-scope or additional services including a broader scope of services, liability/risk
evaluations, or remedial activities are included in this report. Some substances may be present
on a property in quantities and under conditions that may lead to contamination of the property
or nearby properties, but are not included in CERCLA's definition of hazardous substances (42 U.S.C. §960 I (14)) or do not otherwise present potential CERCLA liability. In any case, they
are beyond the scope of this practice.
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8.1 Presumed Asbestos-Containing Materials
An asbestos building materials inspection was not included in the scope of service agreement. 8.2 Results of Lead-Based Paint Observations
A lead-based paint inspection was not included in the scope of service agreement.
8.3 Microbial Contamination (Mold)
An inspection for microbial mold was not included in the scope of service agreement.
8.4 Radon
A survey of the radon conditions was not included in the scope of service agreement.
9.0 FINDINGS AND OPINIONS
9.1 Recognized Environmental Conditions
We have performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 on the vacant land identified as APNs 0255-
101-24-0000 and 0255-101-30-0000, Fontana, California, the Property. Any exceptions to, or
deletions from the Standard Practice are described in Section 2.4 of this report. This assessment
has not identified any evidence of recognized environmental conditions in connection with the
Property.
9.2 Historical Recognized Environmental Conditions
We have performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 on the vacant land identified as APNs 0255-
101-24-0000 and 0255-101-30-0000, Fontana, California, the Property. Any exceptions to, or
deletions from the Standard Practice are described in Section 2.4 of this report. This assessment
has not identified any evidence of historical recognized environmental conditions in connection
with the Property.
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9.3 Controlled Recognized Environmental Conditions
We have performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and
limitations of ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 on the vacant land identified as APNs 0255-101-24-0000 and 0255-101-30-0000, Fontana, California, the Property. Any exceptions to, or deletions from the Standard Practice are described in Section 2.4 of this report. This assessment
has not identified any evidence of controlled recognized environmental conditions in connection
with the Property.
9.4 Vapor Migration
Vapor migration is defined as the movement of hazardous substances or petroleum products as a
vapor in the subsurface. Properties with known or suspected soil or groundwater contamination
located within an approximate minimum search distance of ⅓-mile for hazardous substances (volatile and semi-volatile nonpetroleum hydrocarbons, e.g., perchloroethylene associated with
dry cleaners) or ⅒-mile for petroleum hydrocarbons (e.g., gasoline fuel associated with gas
stations), were evaluated to determine if they are likely to impact the subject property.
No offsite locations have been identified as potential risks or threats to the subject property.
9.5 Data Gaps/Data Failure
The ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-21 requires all obvious uses of the Property shall be identified at five year intervals from the present, back to the Property’s first developed use, or
back to 1940, whichever is earlier, using standard historical sources. Developed use includes
agricultural uses or placement of fill dirt. Data failure occurs when these objectives are not met.
Our review of standard historical sources include aerial photographs, topographic maps, fire
insurance maps, local street directories, and building department or assessor’s property records.
No significant data gaps were identified that would affect the ability to identify a recognized
environmental condition. Although data failure occurred in the historical uses of the Property
prior to 1938, it is unlikely the data failure will impact the ability to identify recognized environmental conditions.
9.6 Opinion
Based on a review of regulatory and historical records, an interview with the property purchaser’s representative and a visual inspection of the site and surrounding area, this assessment has not identified any recognized environmental conditions, historical recognized
environmental conditions or controlled recognized environmental conditions which are likely to
impact the subject property.
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9.7 Deviations
This report was prepared in conformance to meet or exceed the scope and practice as set forth by
the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) Standard Practice E 1527-21, “Standard Practice of Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process.” No significant deviations, deletions, or client-imposed constraints were made from this practice.
10.0 CONCLUSIONS 10.1 Conclusions
Based on the results of this assessment, no further environmental studies are recommended for
the site.
11.0 APPENDICES
11.1 Site and Vicinity Map
A United States Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5 Minute Topographical map of the subject
property and surrounding area is included in the appendices of the report. The map shows the
locations of the identified offsite environmental risks or threats described in the report.
11.2 Site Plan
A site plan of the subject property is included in the appendices of the report. The site plan
shows the general location of the structures on the property, and other items of interest which
were identified in the description of the site.
11.3 Site and Vicinity Photographs
Photographs of the subject property and surrounding neighborhood are attached to this report. These photographs were taken at the time of the site inspection.
11.4 Historical Research Documentation
Building permit records were obtained directly from the regulatory agency identified in this
report. The aerial photographs summarized in this report were obtained from BBL Consultants,
Solana Beach, California; the United States Geological Survey, Menlo Park, California; Google
Earth; Nationwide Environmental Title Research, Tempe, Arizona; or the United States
Department of Agriculture, Salt Lake City, Utah. The historic topographic maps summarized in
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this report were obtained from Nationwide Environmental Title Research, Tempe, Arizona. The
Sanborn Fire Insurance Map information was obtained from Digital Sanborn Maps, 1867-1970,
Ann Arbor, Michigan. The city directory search information was obtained from Sherman
Library and Gardens, Corona Del Mar, California.
11.5 Regulatory Records Documentation
All government records were obtained directly from the regulatory agencies identified in this report.
11.6 Interview and Research Documentation
All of the field notes and supporting information obtained from interviews and research concerning the subject property are maintained in the report file at the offices of Orswell &
Kasman, Inc.
11.7 Special Contractual Conditions between User and Environmental Professional
No special contractual conditions or agreements exist between the client and any of the
employees of Orswell & Kasman, Inc., and Orswell & Kasman, Inc. does not have any financial
interest in the subject property.
11.8 Qualifications of the Environmental Professionals
The following are the qualifications of the individuals who conducted the site inspection, the records review or prepared the report:
Jack Orswell
Jack Orswell, the company founder, is an ASTM Environmental Professional and a licensed
Private Investigator (#PI 14366) with the State of California. He is also a USEPA/AHERA accredited Asbestos Management Planner and California Certified Asbestos Consultant (#92-
0869). He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the
University of Southern California, and his Master of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership
from Woodbury University. For 15 years he served as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau
of Investigation in the Denver, San Francisco and Los Angeles offices. Mr. Orswell received specialized training from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and he was
one of the first FBI Agents to work with the EPA in investigating federal environmental crimes.
While with the FBI, Mr. Orswell worked with the EPA’s National Enforcement Investigations
Center (NEIC) in Denver, Colorado, and helped establish evidence control procedures for their
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laboratory personnel. As coordinator of environmental investigations for the FBI’s Los Angeles
office, Mr. Orswell gained extensive training and experience working with the California
Department of Health Services and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Since 1988, Mr. Orswell has been in private industry, conducting environmental assessments for several financial institutions, real estate companies and law firms. Mr. Orswell has conducted
environmental investigations throughout the United States, locating and interviewing witnesses
to determine how hazardous materials were handled in various manufacturing operations, and
documenting the long term effects of improper disposal. Mr. Orswell’s extensive background in criminal environmental enforcement and civil litigation
support make him uniquely qualified as an environmental assessor and investigator. He is a life
member of the FBI Agents Association, a member of the Society of Former Special Agents of
the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the National Association of Environmental Professionals, the National Association of Government Guarantee Lenders, and ASTM International.
Marty Kasman
Marty Kasman, the principal of the company, is an ASTM Environmental Professional and a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (#4927) with the State of California. He is also a USEPA/AHERA accredited Asbestos Management Planner and California Certified Asbestos
Consultant (#99-2553). He received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in
Environmental and Occupational Health Science from California State University at Northridge.
He also has a Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). In addition, Mr. Kasman also received specialized hazardous materials training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Georgia.
Mr. Kasman served fourteen years with the Los Angeles County Fire Department, as a
Supervising Hazardous Material Specialist and Deputy Health Officer. His responsibilities included field and laboratory work in hazardous materials management, conducting inspections of industrial plant operations, and monitoring cleanup activities. In addition, Mr. Kasman has
investigated hundreds of abandoned waste sites and other cases involving the illegal dumping of
hazardous materials throughout Los Angeles County.
Mr. Kasman currently serves as an environmental consultant to industry management in the proper handling of hazardous materials and waste. He has taught courses in hazardous materials
regulatory compliance and waste management at UCLA, California State University at
Northridge, and the California Specialized Training Institute at San Luis Obispo. Mr. Kasman
also served on the State of California Local Unified Program Implementation Committee
(LUPIC) to develop a standardized hazardous materials contingency plan.
Mr. Kasman’s extensive education, training, and experience in hazardous materials management
make him fully qualified to conduct environmental assessments and investigations. He is the
former president and director of the California Hazardous Materials Investigators Association.
He is also a former director of the Local Environmental Enforcement Officers Association, and
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the Los Angeles County Association of Environmental Health Specialists. He is a member of
California and National Environmental Health Associations.
Scott Wilcox Scott A. Wilcox is an ASTM Environmental Professional and a licensed Private Investigator
(PI #18117) with the State of California. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and
Society from the University of California at Santa Barbara, with an emphasis in pre-law. Since
1989, Mr. Wilcox has worked exclusively in the environmental investigation field, conducting and supervising numerous environmental investigations nationwide. Mr. Wilcox has an extensive background in the design, implementation and management of investigative teams,
collaborating with attorneys and private clients in support of complex civil litigation issues. He
has worked closely with many regulatory agency personnel throughout the country in his role as
a case manager. Because of his unique environmental investigative experience, Mr. Wilcox is well versed in
determining the access and availability of records and other documentation regarding
environmental regulatory compliance at the federal, state, regional and local levels. He has been
directly involved with several Superfund investigations throughout the western United States, and he has conducted hundreds of environmental due diligence investigations throughout his career.
Mr. Wilcox’s education, training and experience provide him with unique qualifications to
conduct environmental assessments and investigations. He is a registered environmental expert witness with the Los Angeles County Bar Association, and he is a member of Professional Environmental Marketing Association.
Richard Clark
Richard Clark is an ASTM Environmental Professional and a licensed Professional Civil Engineer and General Engineering Contractor with Hazardous Substances Removal and
Remedial Action Certification. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Soil Science from
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo and his Master of Science degree in
Environmental Studies (Environmental Science concentration with an emphasis in civil
engineering) from California State University, Fullerton. He pursued post graduate studies in geology at California State University, Northridge. Mr. Clark also earned a Certificate in Site
Assessment and Remediation from the University of California, Irvine.
Mr. Clark has over 25 years of experience in private industry and government, conducting
Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments and inspections of industrial plant operations, and monitoring cleanup activities. He has managed large remediation projects, including soil
and groundwater cleanups and underground tank removals. He has been responsible for
remediation feasibility studies, remediation system design, remediation contracting and system
installation, and construction management. Since 1997, Mr. Clark has served as a Hazardous
Materials Specialist and Deputy Health Officer for the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
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Mr. Clark’s extensive education, training, and work experience in environmental site
assessments and remedial activities fully qualifies him to conduct environmental assessments
and consulting services. Mr. Clark is also a certified professional soil scientist. He is a member
of the Soil Science Society of America, Professional Soil Scientist Association of California, American Society of Civil Engineers, Geological Society of America, and Soil and Water Conservation Society.
Mark Stuhlman
Mark Stuhlman is an ASTM Environmental Professional and geologist with geotechnical and environmental experience. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from
California State University at Northridge. He has 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and
undertakes 8-hour refresher training annually.
Mr. Stuhlman has over 10 years of experience in private industry conducting Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments, monitoring cleanup activities and site remediation. He has
managed large remediation projects, including soil and groundwater monitoring programs, and
soil dig and haul oversight. He has been responsible for remediation, contracting and system
installation, and construction management. Mr. Stuhlman’s education, training, and work experience in environmental site assessments and
remedial activities fully qualifies him to conduct environmental assessments and consulting
services. He is a member of the Geological Society of America, American Association of
Petroleum Geologists, and the Geoscience Information Society.
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Property Information:
Prepared For:
Report Date:
ORSWELL & KASMAN, INC.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECORDS RESEARCH REPORT
Orswell & Kasman, Inc.
316 West Foothill Boulevard
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 932 - 1800 * FAX (626) 932 - 1807
The information provided herein is based upon research of public records listed on the "Reference Guide to the Regulatory Agency Databases" page of this report and not on a physical inspection of the
property. By requesting this report, the client accepts the terms and conditions described on the "Database Summary" page of this report. The client may want to obtain a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report from an ASTM Qualified Environmental Professional to determine if any potential hazards exist on the property.
Prepared by:
www.orswell-kasman.com
Specializing
in
CaliforniaOKI Report #:
P22185
Vacant Land
South of 16731 Santa Ana Avenue
Fontana, CA 92551
David Parker
Chase Partners
South of 16731 Santa Ana AvenueFontana, CA 92551
Orswell Kasman, Inc.
316 West Foothill Boulevard
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 932 - 1800 * Fax (626) 932 - 1807
www.orswell-kasman.com
DATABASE SUMMARY
No Sites Within
Specified Radius
Property &
Adjacent ¼ Mile Radius ½ Mile Radius 1 Mile Radius
3National Priority List (NPL)
RCRA CORRACTS Facilities
CERCLIS
CALSITES
LUSTIS
Active / Inactive Landfills
Treatment, Storage &
Disposal (TSD)
Federal Hazardous
Waste Generators
Registered Underground
Storage Tanks
Superfund Liens
CERCLIS NFRAP
ERNS / NRC
This report is in conformance with the ASTM standard for an Environmental Site Assessment governernment records check
Sites reported as "Case Closed" or "No Further Action" may not be listed in this report
OKI Report #:P22185
Completion Date:6/3/22
Property Information:
Vacant Land
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
The information contained in this report is obtained from federal, state and other public sources. Orswell & Kasman, Inc. (OKI) does not make any guarantees, warranties or representations, whether expressed or
implied, regarding the accuracy of such information, and shall not be held responsible in the event that any such inaccuracies are present. All liability for damages of any nature arising from any inaccuracy in the facts stated herein must be assumed by the client. OKI also advises the client that this report and information contained herein is intended solely for the use of the client or assignee with whom OKI has a contractual relationship. OKI makes no other warranty, express or implied, as to the conclusions and professional advice included in this report, and is not responsible for the independent conclusions, opinions or recommendations made by any other party or entity based whole or in part on the information provided in this records review. This report alone does not meet the “All Appropriate Inquiry” as defined by 42
U.S.C. §9601(35)(B).
Institutional Controls /
Engineering Controls 3
3
3
RWQCB Sites
Closed RWQCB Sites
Tribal LUST 3
Tribal Underground
Storage Tanks 3
RWQCB Deeds Restrictions 3
DTSC Deed Restrictions 3
REFERENCE GUIDE TO THE REGULATORY AGENCY DATABASES
Source Description
NPL:
1 mile search radius
Date: January 2022
The National Priority List (NPL) identifies abandoned or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites, which have
been identified as possibly representing a long-term threat to the public health or environment. These sites
have been identified as being highly contaminated with hazardous substances and represent the USEPA's
target enforcement and cleanup efforts. Studies of individual sites are conducted by the USEPA to
determine the level of contamination, and the sites are then compared and ranked to other sites on the NPL.
This search also includes properties that have been delisted from the NPL.
CORRACTS:
1 mile search radius
Date: January 2022
The USEPA maintains a list of facilities which have been authorized to receive hazardous waste. These
facilities have permits to treat, store or dispose of the waste as determined by the RCRA regulations. In
addition, the USEPA publishes a list of those facilities who are subject to a corrective action based on the
facilities waste handling and storage procedures. The facilities, which are subject to a corrective action, are
identified as CORRACTS sites.
CERCLIS:
½ mile search radius
Date: January 2022
The USEPA has developed a database known as the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation and Liability Information System (CERCLIS), which contains information on potential
hazardous waste sites located throughout the United States. There are over 33,000 sites on the CERCLIS
inventory. All sites are subjected to a preliminary assessment and thereafter are either placed on the
National Priority List (NPL) or are placed in a category for those sites requiring no further Federal
Superfund action (NFRAP).
CALST:
½ mile search radius
Date: January 2022
The State of California Environmental Protection Agency maintains the "CalSite" database, which is a
listing of 7,800 known active, inactive and abandoned hazardous sites. These sites have previously been
reported in the Abandoned Site Program Information System (ASPIS), Bond Expenditure Plan (BEP) and
Cortese database.
RWQCB:
½ mile search radius
Date: June 2017
The State of California Water Resources Control Board is responsible for monitoring the quality of flow of
the groundwater and compiles lists of known leaking underground storage tanks. The list is maintained as
the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Information System (LUSTIS). The local Regional Water Quality
Control Board (RWQCB) monitors the contamination problem, the investigation and any remedial activities.
Tribal UTanks:
½ mile search radius
Date: December 2021
The USEPA has developed data about underground storage tanks (UST) in Indian country.
Tribal LUST:
½ mile search radius
Date: December 2021
The USEPA has developed data about leaking underground storage tanks (LUST) in Indian country.
SWIS:
½ mile search radius
Date: May 2020
The State of California Integrated Waste Management Board maintains a list of active and inactive landfill
sites within California and provides information concerning the ownership and types of wastes brought to
the landfills.
TSD:
½ mile search radius
Date: January 2022
Treatment, Storage or Disposal Facilities (TSDF) is a federal listing of facilities, which have been authorized
to receive hazardous waste. These facilities have permits to treat, store or dispose of waste as determined by
the RCRA regulations.
ERNS:
Property
Date: 2015
The Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) is a list of locations which have reported a release of
oil or hazardous substances to the USEPA Office of Emergency and Remedial Response. Most of the data
in this system is based on information that was received during the initial notification.
HWG:
Property & adjacent
Date: January 2022
The United States Environmental Protection Agency maintains a list of known hazardous waste generators
in the nation. A company on the list generates reportable quantities of hazardous waste, and the disposal and
transportation of the waste is monitored through the use of a hazardous waste manifest.
FED CTRL:
Property
Date: September 2019
The United States Environmental Protection Agency maintains a list of properties with institutional controls
such as administrative and legal controls that help minimize the potential for human exposure to
contamination and/or protect the integrity of the remedy.
UTANK:
Property & adjacent
Date: June 2017
The location and identity of registered underground tanks is maintained by the State of California Water
Resources Control Board in the Hazardous Substance Storage Container Database. The list was compiled in
1991 and there are currently no plans to update the database at the present time.
SFL:
Property & adjacent Date:
July 2011
The USEPA maintains a list of Superfund Liens that have been issued on properties throughout the United
States. These sites have been remediated through the expenditures of Superfund monies. The purpose of
the lien is to prevent the property owner from gaining a financial benefit from the federal government's
cleanup and restoration activities.
Land Use
Restrictions:
Property
Date: January 2022
The State of California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has developed a list of properties
where DTSC has placed activity and use limits or requirements on current or future use of the property due
to varying levels of cleanup possible, practical, or necessary at the site.
Deed
Restrictions:
Property
Date: December 2021
The State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) has developed a list of properties where
the SWRCB has recorded deed notifications or land activity and use limits or requirements on the current
and future use of the property due to varying levels of cleanup possible, practical, or necessary at the site.