I recently offered some insight to SoCal Real Estate for an article about how developers are balancing budgeting for their due diligence while simultaneously adhering to health regulations and requirements. This is particularly important for the State of California, where regulations are stringently enforced, especially emerging hazards such as vapor intrusion. Topics discussed in the article include how to navigate historical or adaptive reuse sites, how to leverage remediation with the use of the property to save money, new technical approaches to site remediation efforts, and how evolving regulations have changed the relationships between state agencies and the technical consultant.

April 27, 2026
In this article from Propmodo.com, Jerry Ostrander discusses a number of important factors to consider to help prevent environmental contamination concerns from becoming impenetrable roadblocks to development projects. Environmental challenges are a reality in many development projects.

March 24, 2026
As PFAS continue to reshape the construction risk landscape, lenders that proactively integrate PFAS considerations into underwriting, due diligence, and loan structuring are better positioned to manage uncertainty and protect collateral value.

March 24, 2026
As of March 1, 2026, Connecticut officially transitioned to its new Release-Based Cleanup Regulations (RBCRs) , replacing the long-criticized Property Transfer Act for newly triggered environmental obligations.




