Environmental risk is an important consideration in commercial real estate transactions across Poland, particularly given the country’s industrial legacy, evolving regulatory framework, and increasing redevelopment activity. Partner provides Phase 1 Environmental Assessments (Phase 1 ESAs) to support informed decision-making for acquisitions, financing, and development projects nationwide.
Partner’s Phase 1 Environmental Assessments are designed to identify environmental risks that may have a material impact on asset value, usability, or development potential. Assessments are undertaken in accordance with Polish environmental requirements and established EU due diligence practice, supporting both domestic and international investors operating in the Polish market.
Environmental Risk Review Approach
A Phase 1 Environmental Assessment in Poland is based on a structured, desk-led review of environmental information, supplemented by site observations where appropriate. The assessment evaluates potential contamination risks associated with the site itself as well as surrounding land uses.
Key considerations typically include:
- Historic and current land use of the site
- Activities on neighbouring and nearby properties
- Environmental setting and site characteristics relevant to contamination risk
This approach provides a clear understanding of whether potential environmental liabilities may exist and whether additional investigation should be considered.
Conceptual Site Model
Where appropriate, Partner prepares a Conceptual Site Model to support the assessment findings. The Conceptual Site Model provides a clear framework for understanding the relationship between:
- Possible sources of contamination
- Potential pathways for contaminant migration
- Relevant receptors, including people, buildings, and environmental receptors
This structured methodology supports a transparent and proportionate evaluation of risk, consistent with environmental due diligence practice in Poland.
Asset Coverage and Practical Outcomes
Partner undertakes Phase 1 Environmental Assessments across Poland for a wide range of asset types, including industrial facilities, commercial properties, logistics assets, mixed-use developments, and residential sites.
Each assessment is tailored to the specific characteristics of the site and the transaction, ensuring findings are relevant and actionable. Where potential risks are identified, Partner supports clients in understanding practical next steps, which may include further investigation, mitigation strategies, or coordination with other technical advisory services.
This approach allows environmental considerations to be addressed alongside commercial, technical, and development objectives, supporting efficient and informed real estate decision-making.
