19008 Residence Gateway Ph I ESA - 1100 Trade 20110429

Imagine the result
Bank of America
525 North Tryon Street
Mail Stop NC1-023-05-23
Charlotte, NC 28255

Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment
1100 West Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
Mail Code: NCW-290
April 29, 2011

Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment

Sean D. Drain
Staff Scientist

Stephen P. McCarthy
Senior Environmental Scientist

The environmental assessment described herein was conducted by the
undersigned of ARCADIS U.S., Inc. (ARCADIS). ARCADIS’ investigation
consisted solely of the activities described in the Introduction of this report,
in accordance with the Bank of America Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment Standard Scope of Work and Report Outline, and is subject
to the Limitations and Service Constraints provided in Section 6.0 and the
Terms and Conditions of the Standard Consulting Services Agreement
signed prior to initiation of the assessment.

Prepared for:
Bank of America
525 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28255

Prepared by:
ARCADIS U.S., Inc.
194 Forbes Road
Braintree, MA 02184

Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
Our Ref.:
HT118882.0003

Date:
April 29, 2011

This document is intended only for the
use of the individual or entity for which it
was prepared and may contain
information that is privileged, confidential
and exempt from disclosure under
applicable law. Any dissemination,
distribution or copying of this document is
strictly prohibited.

NC1-0161_Phase I ESA_2010_10_21.doc:jc

Imagine the result
Mr. Barrett Fowler
Bank of America
13510 Ballantyne Corporate Place
Division Mail Stop CT2-545-01-02
Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
Subject:
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
Bank of America
1100 West Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
Mail Code: NCW-290

Dear Mr. Fowler:
Attached is the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report completed for the property
located at 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The
conclusions presented in this report are based on the results of a reconnaissance-level site visit
conducted by ARCADIS U.S., Inc. (ARCADIS) personnel, review of available and pertinent
background information and a regulatory file search.
ARCADIS appreciates this opportunity to provide consulting services to you. If you have any
questions concerning this project, or would like to discuss other environmental concerns, please
contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
ARCADIS U.S., Inc.

Stephen P. McCarthy
Senior Environmental Scientist
Attachment:

NC1-0161_Phase I ESA_2010_10_21.doc:jc

The environmental assessment described herein was conducted by the undersigned of ARCADIS U.S., Inc.
(ARCADIS). ARCADIS’ investigation consisted solely of the activities described in the Introduction of this
report, in accordance with the Bank of America Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Standard Scope of
Work and Report Outline, and is subject to the Limitations and Service Constraints provided in Section 6.0
and the Terms and Conditions of the Standard Consulting Services Agreement signed prior to initiation of
the assessment.
Report Prepared By:

________________________
Sean D. Drain
Staff Scientist

Report Reviewed By:

Stephen P. McCarthy
Senior Environmental Scientist

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm i
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

Executive Summary of Findings iv 
1. Introduction 1 
1.1 Purpose 1 
1.2 Involved Parties 1 
1.3 Scope of Work 2 
2. General Site Characteristics 2 
2.1 Site Ownership and Location 2 
2.2 Adjacent Properties 3 
2.3 Site Description and Current Site Uses/Operations 3 
2.4 Former Site Uses/Operations 3 
3. Environmental Setting 4 
3.1 Regional Physiographic Conditions 4 
3.2 Soil Conditions 4 
3.3 Geologic Conditions 4 
3.4 Surface Water and Groundwater Characteristics 4 
4. Results of Investigation 5 
4.1 Site Inspection Observations 5 
4.2 Standard Environmental Record Sources 7 
4.3 Results of Site History/Land Use Review 9 
4.3.1 Personnel Site Interviews 9 
4.3.2 Municipal File Review 9 
4.3.3 Aerial Photographs 9 
4.3.4 Fire Insurance Maps 10 
4.3.5 City Directories 11 
4.3.6 Topographic Maps 11 
4.4 Synopsis of Previous Environmental Investigations 11 

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm ii
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.5 User Provided Information 12 
4.5.1 Title Records 12 
4.5.2 Environmental Liens or Activity and Use Limitations 12 
4.5.3 Specialized Knowledge 12 
4.5.4 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information 13 
4.5.5 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues 13 
4.5.6 Owner, Property Manager and Occupant Information 13 
4.5.7 Reason for Performing Phase I 13 
4.5.8 Other Information 13 
4.6 Results of Limited ACM Screening 13 
4.7 Results of Radon Investigation 14 
4.8 Results of Mold Investigation 14 
5. Findings and Conclusions 14 
5.1 Known or Suspect RECs 14 
5.2 De minimis Conditions 14 
5.3 Deviations/Data Gaps 14 
5.4 Conclusions 14 
6. Limitations 15 
7. References 16 
8. Statement of Environmental Professional(s) 17 

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm iii
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

Figures
Figure 1 Vicinity Map
Figure 2 Site Plan

Appendices
A Site Photographs
B Regulatory Agency Database Information (EDR Report) 
C Historical Resources 
D User Provided Information 
E Qualifications of Environmental Professionals 

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm iv
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

Executive Summary of Findings
ARCADIS U.S., Inc. (ARCADIS) was retained by Bank of America to conduct a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) of the property located at 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County,
North Carolina (“the Site”). The Site consists of an approximately 0.26-acre parcel of land that is currently
undeveloped.
On March 1, 2011, Mr. Sean Drain of ARCADIS visited the Site to evaluate the possible presence of
petroleum products or hazardous materials/wastes at the Site. ARCADIS’ investigation included a
reconnaissance of the Site and adjacent properties, background research, and review of available local,
state and federal regulatory records regarding the presence of petroleum products or hazardous
materials/wastes at or in the vicinity of the Site. ARCADIS did not observe the use or storage of hazardous
substances or petroleum products at the Site or in the vicinity.
Based on the work completed, the following findings of environmental interest were identified:
 The Site was identified on the Incident Management Database (IMD), the Leaking underground storage
tank (LUST), UST, and EDR Historical Auto Stations (a proprietary database listing provided by
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. (EDR)) databases. The Site appears to have been undeveloped
circa 1935, when a gasoline filling station was constructed. A gasoline filling station and/or auto repair
facility occupied the Site until the late 1990s. According to information presented in a regulatory
database search prepared by EDR, the following registered USTs were located at the Site: two 4,000-
gallon steel USTs that were installed in October 1971 and removed in August 1990; four 2,000-gallon
steel gasoline USTs that were installed in May 1951 and removed in August 1990; and, a 500-gallon
used oil UST that was installed in August 1951 and removed in August 1990. Documentation pertaining
to the closure of these USTs was not encountered in the course of this assessment. However,
ARCADIS reviewed a March 22, 2000 UST closure report which documented the removal of four USTs
from the Site. It is not known if these USTs were in addition to the seven USTs reportedly removed in
1990, or are part of the registered USTs for the Site and the database listing is not accurate. The Site
appears to have been cleared in the early 2000s.

 The database search indicates a release was reported at the Site on December 15, 1999 during an UST
closure. ARCADIS contacted the North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
(DENR) to review available records on file regarding this release. ARCADIS reviewed a March 22, 2000
UST Closure Report, Former Elmer’s Service Station Site, 1100 West Trade Street, Charlotte, North
Carolina and a November 14, 2000 Soil Contamination Report, Former Elmer’s Service Station Site,
1100 West Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, prepared by Law Engineering and Environmental
Services, Inc. (LAW). According to the UST Closure Report, although USTs had reportedly been
removed in the past, three 1,200-gallon USTs and an approximate 30-gallon tank associated with a
hydraulic lift were discovered during site investigation activities conducted in June 1999. A fourth UST

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm v
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

was discovered during excavation activities. The USTs were removed on December 14, 1999 by McCall
Brothers, Inc. A total of 2,043 gallons of water/gasoline mixture were removed from the four USTs. The
USTs exhibited minor surface corrosion, but no holes were noted. Discolored soil and a mild “weathered
gasoline” odor were noted around one of the USTs. Approximately 35 tons of petroleum-impacted soil
was removed from the excavation. Soil samples were collected from 1 foot below the USTs and screen
for volatile organic vapors (VOAs) using an organic vapor analyzer (OVA). The screening yielded results
of less than 1 part-per million (ppm), except for the sample collected from where staining and an odor
were detected. This sample exhibited results of 100 ppm. Seven confirmatory soil samples collected
from the excavation were submitted for laboratory analysis of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) by
EPA Method 5030/8015M. One of the samples was found to contain TPH at a concentration of 430
milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg). TPH was not detected in the other soil samples submitted for laboratory
analysis above the method detection limits.
In September 2000, LAW advanced five soil borings in the area of the removed USTs. One boring was
advanced to a depth of 7 feet in the location where TPH was previously detected. The other four borings
were advanced to a depth of 5 feet to assess the sidewalls of the UST grave. The soil samples were
analyzed for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using EPA method 8260 and volatile petroleum
hydrocarbons (VPH). Naphthalene was detected in one of the soil samples at a concentration of 0.01
mg/kg, which was below the Soil-to-Groundwater Maximum Soil Contaminant Concentration of 0.58
mg/kg. VOCs or VPH were not detected in the other soil samples above method detection limits. Based
on the results of the assessment, LAW did not recommend additional action for the site. In a letter dated
December 5, 2000, the NCDENR concurred that no further action was required for the incident based on
the results of the Soil Contamination Report prepared by LAW.
No other on-Site or off-Site environmental concerns were identified during the ESA.
Conclusion
ARCADIS has performed a Phase I ESA in general conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM
Practice E 1527 of 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Any
exceptions to, or deletions from, this practice are described in Section 5.3 of this report. This assessment
has revealed no evidence of RECs in connection with the Site, except for the past use of the Site as a
gasoline station and/or auto repair facility from circa 1935-1990s and USTs for which closure documentation
was not reviewed.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 1
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

1. Introduction
ARCADIS U.S., Inc. (ARCADIS) performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) of the property
located at 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (“the Site”). The Site
consists of an approximately 0.26-acre parcel of land that is undeveloped. This ESA document has been
prepared and issued in a format as prescribed by and in accordance with Bank of America requirements.
The Site location is identified on Figure 1. The Site layout is detailed on Figure 2. Site photographs are
included as Appendix A.
1.1 Purpose
The Phase I ESA has been requested by Bank of America (Client). The purpose of this Phase I ESA is to
provide appropriate inquiry into the previous ownership and use of the Site consistent with good commercial
and customary practice in an effort to minimize liability. ARCADIS assumes that the information provided by
the Client, the site contact, the regulatory database provider, and local government agency is true and
reliable.
The objective of the ESA was to identify recognized environmental conditions (RECs) in connection with the
property, to the extent feasible pursuant to the processes prescribed in ASTM International E-1527-05
guidelines. The term “REC,” as defined by ASTM, is “the presence or likely presence of any hazardous
substances or petroleum products on a property under conditions that indicate an existing release, a past
release, or the material threat of a release of any hazardous substances or petroleum products into
structures on the property or into the ground, groundwater, or surface water of the property.” The term
includes hazardous substances or petroleum products even under conditions in compliance with laws. The
term is not intended to include de minimis conditions that generally do not present a material risk of harm to
public 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.
1.2 Involved Parties
This Phase I ESA was conducted for the use and reliance by Bank of America and its successors and
assignees, and may be relied upon by such parties. No use of the information contained in this report by
others is permissible without receiving prior written authorization to do so from ARCADIS. ARCADIS is not
responsible for independent conclusions, opinions, or recommendations made by others or otherwise based
on the findings presented in this report.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 2
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

1.3 Scope of Work
To complete this assessment, ARCADIS’ scope of services included the following:
 Review of Federal and State regulatory agency databases identified by ASTM for the Site and a
selected radius around the Site.
 Contact with local environmental regulatory agencies to inquire about environmental conditions at the
Site and its vicinity.
 Review of the Site history through available ASTM Standard Historical Sources.
 A reconnaissance of the Site to make surficial observations for evidence of recognized environmental
conditions.
 A review of adjoining properties to identify the potential use of hazardous materials.
 Interviews with people knowledgeable about the Site regarding current and past site usage and facility
operations.
 Preparation of this report.
2. General Site Characteristics
2.1 Site Ownership and Location
The Site is located at 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. According
to the Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office, the Site is identified as parcel identification number 07815214,
and as owned by NationsBank N A (Carolinas) c/o Cousins Properties. The Site is located on the northwest
corner of the intersection of West Trade Street and North Sycamore Street.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 3
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

2.2 Adjacent Properties
The Site and surrounding properties are located in a mixed commercial and residential area of Charlotte,
North Carolina. The use of the adjacent properties at the time of ARCADIS’ investigation is summarized as
follows:
North/Northwest: A bike path and Irwin Creek abut the Site to the north/northwest.
Northeast: Undeveloped land abuts the Site to the northeast.
East: North Sycamore Street abuts the Site to the east, beyond which is an undeveloped
surface parking lot.
South/Southwest: West Trade Street abuts the Site to the southwest, beyond which is a bike path, Irwin
Creek, South Sycamore Street and residential apartment buildings.
West: A bike path and Irwin Creek abut the Site to the west.
2.3 Site Description and Current Site Uses/Operations
The Site consists of an approximately 0.26-acre parcel of land that is undeveloped.
There are no utilities servicing the Site. The site area is serviced with municipal water and sewer provided by
the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities Department. Duke Energy provides electricity to the area. Piedmont
Natural Gas provides natural gas to the area. A sewer man-hole cover was observed along the northwest
boundary of the Site property.
2.4 Former Site Uses/Operations
The Site appears to have been undeveloped circa 1935, when a gasoline filling station was constructed. A
gasoline filling station and/or auto repair facility occupied the Site until the late 1990s. The Site appears to
have been cleared in the early 2000s. According to information presented in a regulatory database search,
the following registered underground storage tanks (USTs) were located at the Site:
 two 4,000-gallon steel USTs that were installed in October 1971 and removed in August 1990;
 four 2,000-gallon steel gasoline USTs that were installed in May 1951 and removed in August 1990;
and,
 a 500-gallon used oil UST that was installed in August 1951 and removed in August 1990.
Refer to Section 4.2 for additional information pertaining to UST removal activities conducted at the Site.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 4
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

3. Environmental Setting
3.1 Regional Physiographic Conditions
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5 Minute Topographic Map of the Charlotte East, North
Carolina Quadrangle depicts the site elevation as approximately 650 feet above mean sea level. The Site is
relatively flat with a gently slope towards the northwest. The area surrounding the Site has a gentle slope to
the northwest towards Irwin Creek.
3.2 Soil Conditions
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Soil Survey data, the Site is comprised of Cecil-
Urban Land. Cecil-Urban Land has 8 to 15 percent slopes, are well drained, and depth to water table is
more than 80 inches. A typical soil profile consists of sandy clay loam to 6 inches, clay to 40 inches, clay
loam to 55 inches and sandy loam to 80 inches.
Soil noted during closure of USTs in 1999 was identified as fill (red fine to medium sandy silt) from the
surface to three feet below ground surface (bgs), underlain by brown tan fine to medium sandy silt to 6
feet bgs.
3.3 Geologic Conditions
Based on review of the 1985 Geologic Map of North Carolina, the Site is located within the Charlotte
Belt of the Piedmont Physiographic Province. The surficial geology within this Province generally
consists of residual soils that have weathered in-place from the underlying bedrock. The topography of the
Province consists of rolling hills and broad ridges. Bedrock was not encountered during closure of the USTs.
According to the UST Closure Report prepared by LAW, the Site is located within the Charlotte Belt of the
Piedmont Physiographic Province consisting of low rounded hills and long rolling northeast to southwest
trending ridges with incised creek channels. According to the geologic map, the bedrock underlying the
subject property generally consists of massive to weakly foliated granitic rock.
3.4 Surface Water and Groundwater Characteristics
There are no surface water bodies on the Site. Irwin Creek is located to northwest of the Site beyond an
abutting bike path.
Based on topography and nearby surface water features, groundwater is inferred to flow to the northwest.
Groundwater is anticipated to be within 20 feet of the ground surface. Groundwater was not encountered
during UST removal activities conducted in 1999.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 5
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4. Results of Investigation
Mr. Sean Drain of ARCADIS conducted a site inspection on March 1, 2011. The weather at the time of the
investigation was sunny and a temperature of approximately 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Mr. Drain was
unaccompanied during the Site visit.
4.1 Site Inspection Observations
Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) and Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs)
ARCADIS did not observe visual evidence of USTs (fill pipes, vent pipes, etc.) or ASTs at the Site.
Hazardous Substances and Petroleum Products
ARCADIS did not observe the use or storage of hazardous substances or petroleum products at the Site.
Unlabeled Drums/Containers
ARCADIS did not observe unlabeled drums or containers at the Site.
Staining/Corrosion
ARCADIS did not observe stained or corroded surfaces at the Site.
Stressed Vegetation
ARCADIS did not observe stressed vegetation at the Site.
Electrical Transformers/Equipment
ARCADIS observed a pole-mounted electrical transformer near the west corner of the Site. The transformer
visually appeared to be in good condition with no evidence of leaks or staining noted on or beneath the
transformer. The transformer is owned and maintained by the local electrical utility company.
ARCADIS did not observe other electrical transformers or hydraulic equipment at the Site.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 6
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

Drywells, Sumps, Catch Basins and Floor Drains
ARCADIS did not observe drywells, sumps, or catch basins at the Site.
Pits, Ponds, Lagoons and Pools of Liquid
ARCADIS did not observe pits, ponds, lagoons or pools of liquid at the Site.
Wells
ARCADIS did not observe evidence of groundwater monitoring wells, water supply wells, irrigation wells, or
other wells at the Site.
Solid Waste
ARCADIS did not observe evidence of solid waste disposal or dumping on the Site.
Process Wastewater
ARCADIS did not observe the generation or discharge of process wastewater at the Site.
Septic Systems/Sewer
ARCADIS did not observe evidence of an on-site septic system. ARCADIS observed a sanitary sewer
manhole cover along the northwest boundary of the Site.
Source of Potable Water
There is no potable water service to the Site.
Heating and Cooling Systems
The Site is undeveloped.
Other Observations
No other significant observations were noted during the site inspection.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 7
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.2 Standard Environmental Record Sources
ARCADIS contracted with Environmental Data Resources, Inc. (EDR) to conduct a search of state and
federal regulatory databases that provide information on the regulatory status of a property and incidents
involving the use, storage, spills or transportation of hazardous materials and petroleum products at
properties located within the radii specified by ASTM E 1527-05. A compilation of Federal and State
database listings is provided in the EDR Radius Map Report in Appendix B.
The Site was identified on the Incident Management Database (IMD), the Leaking underground storage tank
(LUST), UST, and EDR Historical Auto Stations (a proprietary database listing provided by Environmental
Data Resources, Inc. (EDR)) databases. The Site appears to have been undeveloped circa 1935, when a
gasoline filling station was constructed. A gasoline filling station and/or auto repair facility occupied the Site
until the late 1990s. According to information presented in a regulatory database search prepared by EDR,
the following registered USTs were located at the Site: two 4,000-gallon steel USTs that were installed in
October 1971 and removed in August 1990; four 2,000-gallon steel gasoline USTs that were installed in May
1951 and removed in August 1990; and, a 500-gallon used oil UST that was installed in August 1951 and
removed in August 1990. Documentation pertaining to the closure of these USTs was not encountered in the
course of this assessment. However, ARCADIS reviewed a March 22, 2000 UST closure report which
documented the removal of four USTs from the Site. It is not known if these USTs were in addition to the
seven USTs reportedly removed in 1990, or are part of the registered USTs for the Site and the database
listing is not accurate. The Site appears to have been cleared in the early 2000s.
The database search indicates a release was reported at the Site on December 15, 1999 during an UST
closure. ARCADIS contacted the North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
(DENR) to review available records on file regarding this release. ARCADIS reviewed a March 22, 2000
UST Closure Report, Former Elmer’s Service Station Site, 1100 West Trade Street, Charlotte, North
Carolina and a November 14, 2000 Soil Contamination Report, Former Elmer’s Service Station Site, 1100
West Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, prepared by Law Engineering and Environmental Services,
Inc. (LAW). According to the UST Closure Report, although USTs had reportedly been removed in the past,
three 1,200-gallon USTs and an approximate 30-gallon tank associated with a hydraulic lift were discovered
during site investigation activities conducted in June 1999. A fourth UST was discovered during excavation
activities. The USTs were removed on December 14, 1999 by McCall Brothers, Inc. A total of 2,043 gallons
of water/gasoline mixture were removed from the four USTs. The USTs exhibited minor surface corrosion,
but no holes were noted. Discolored soil and a mild “weathered gasoline” odor were noted around one of the
USTs. Approximately 35 tons of petroleum-impacted soil was removed from the excavation. Soil samples
were collected from 1 foot below the USTs and screen for volatile organic vapors (VOAs) using an organic
vapor analyzer (OVA). The screening yielded results of less than 1 part-per million (ppm), except for the
sample collected from where staining and an odor were detected. This sample exhibited results of 100 ppm.
Seven confirmatory soil samples collected from the excavation were submitted for laboratory analysis of total
petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) by EPA Method 5030/8015M. One of the samples was found to contain TPH

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 8
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

at a concentration of 430 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg). TPH was not detected in the other soil samples
submitted for laboratory analysis above the method detection limits.
In September 2000, LAW advanced five soil borings in the area of the removed USTs. One boring was
advanced to a depth of 7 feet in the location where TPH was previously detected. The other four borings
were advanced to a depth of 5 feet to assess the sidewalls of the UST grave. The soil samples were
analyzed for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using EPA method 8260 and volatile petroleum
hydrocarbons (VPH). Naphthalene was detected in one of the soil samples at a concentration of 0.01
mg/kg, which was below the Soil-to-Groundwater Maximum Soil Contaminant Concentration of 0.58 mg/kg.
VOCs or VPH were not detected in the other soil samples above method detection limits. Based on the
results of the assessment, LAW did not recommend additional action for the site. In a letter dated December
5, 2000, the NCDENR concurred that no further action was required for the incident based on the results of
the Soil Contamination Report prepared by LAW.
Refer to Appendix C for a copy of the above-referenced LAW reports and the NCDENR notice of No Further
Action.
Based upon their distance, regulatory status and/or inferred direction of groundwater flow, none of the off-
site properties identified by the database search represent an issue of environmental concern, except for the
following:
 Holcomb’s Amoco Service at 1000 West Trade Street was formerly located approximately 350 feet
east-southeast of the Site. According to historical records reviewed, the property was occupied by a gas
station from 1937 to 1964. This facility is not identified as a known release site. Based on current status,
distance and direction, this facility does not represent an REC in connection with the Site.
 Segrest Cleaners at 1125 West 5th Street was approximately 75 feet to the north and hydraulically
downgradient of the Site. This facility was identified as a dry cleaner circa 1964. Interstate 77, which is
located north and west of the Site, was constructed in the late-1960s/ early-1970s. This work resulted in
the relocation of Irwin Creek. The relocated creek channel was constructed on a portion of the land on
which the drycleaners was once located. Based on redevelopment activities conducted in the early
1970s and direction with respect to the Site, this facility does not represent an REC in connection with
the Site.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 9
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.3 Results of Site History/Land Use Review
4.3.1 Personnel Site Interviews
Interview with Owner/Key Site Manager
ARCADIS interviewed the property manager for the Site who indicated that he was not aware of
environmental issues at the property.
Interviews with Local Government Officials
ARCADIS visited various municipal offices to review available records on file for the Site. Refer to the
section below for additional information.
4.3.2 Municipal File Review
ARCADIS visited the City of Charlotte municipal offices on March 2, 2011 in an attempt to review available
documents on file for the Site. ARCADIS contacted the Land Use and Environmental Services Agency for
records regarding the Site. No records relating to a septic system, USTs or other environmental issues were
found. The Planning Department indicated the Site is zoned UMUD-Uptown Mixed Use District and is not in
a distressed business district. According to Calvin Wright, Senior Fire Inspector with the Charlotte Fire
Department (CFD), no records are on file regarding spills or hazardous materials at the Site and there have
been no CFD responses involving petroleum or other hazardous materials.
The Mooresville office of the NCDENR was contacted for information regarding the Site that has been
discussed in Section 4.2.
4.3.3 Aerial Photographs
ARCADIS reviewed aerial photographs provided by EDR for the years 1950, 1968, 1973, 1983, 1988, 1996
and 2006 and identified the following information:
1950: The 1950 aerial photograph depicts the Site as developed with a structure. Residential-type
structures are located north, south and east of the Site. Irwin Creek abuts the Site to the west,
beyond which is undeveloped land and a parking lot.
1968: The 1968 aerial photograph depicts the Site and surrounding area similar to the 1950 aerial with the
exception of two commercial type structures depicted to the west across Irwin Creek.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 10
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

1973: The 1973 aerial photograph depicts the Site as developed with a structure. The western portion of
the Site appears to have been redeveloped during the construction of the highway to the west.
1983: Due to scale and quality, observations are limited.
1988: Due to scale and quality, observations are limited.
1996: The 1996 aerial photograph depicts the Site appears to be developed with a structure. The
surrounding area to the north and east appears to be undeveloped. The south adjacent properties
appear to be developed with residential type structures.
2006: The 2006 aerial photograph depicts the Site as undeveloped. The east adjacent property is
depicted as a surface parking lot. The south adjacent properties are developed with residential
apartment buildings. Irwin Creek abuts the Site to the west and undeveloped land is depicted to the
north.
Refer to Appendix D for copies of the foregoing aerial photographs.
4.3.4 Fire Insurance Maps
ARCADIS reviewed historic Sanborn Fire Insurance (Sanborn) maps provided by EDR for the years 1929,
1950, 1953 and 1963 and identified the following information:
1929: The 1929 map depicts the Site as undeveloped. Residential dwellings are depicted to the north.
West Trade Street abuts the Site to the south, beyond which are residential dwellings. North
Sycamore abuts the Site to the east, beyond which are residential dwellings. Irwin Creek abuts the
Site to the west.
1950: The 1950 map depicts the Site as developed with a filling station and an alley. The surrounding
properties appear similar to the 1929 map with the exception of a store and an auto glass shop
depicted to the southwest of the Site across West Trade Street.
1953: The 1953 map is essentially unchanged from the 1950 map.
1963: The 1963 map depicts the Site as developed with a filling station and a smaller one-story structure.
The surrounding area appears similar to the 1953 map with the exception of a dry cleaner is
depicted further to the north beyond the residential dwellings.
Refer to Appendix D for a copy of the Sanborn maps.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 11
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.3.5 City Directories
ARCADIS contracted EDR to conduct a city directory search for the Site. EDR provided city directory
information at approximate five-year intervals from 1921 to 2005. ARCADIS also reviewed city directories at
the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library at approximate five-year intervals for the years 1931 to 2010, as
available.
The Site was first identified in 1935 as Puckett’s Gas Station. A gasoline station and/or auto repair facility is
listing as occupying the Site through 1995.
The surrounding area is listed as residential or retail stores except for the following:
 1101 West Trade Street: an auto repair facility is listed in 1937; doctor’s office and a laundry company
are listed in 1944; a doctor’s office and a radio repair shop are listed in 1949 and 1953; a jewelry store
and a home electronics shop are listed in 1959; home electronics store is listed in 1964; an office in
1969; and, Allright Parking Inc. in 1994.
Refer to Appendix D for a copy of the City Directory Abstract.
4.3.6 Topographic Maps
Topographic maps were obtained from EDR for the years 1905, 1942, 1949, 1967, 1980 and 1988 and
identified the following information:
1905: The 1905 map is a 15-minute map encompassing the Charlotte quadrangle and does not depict
structures in the site vicinity.
1942: The 1942 map is a 30-minute map encompassing the Charlotte quadrangle and does not depict
structures.
1949-1988: These maps are 7.5-minute maps encompassing the Charlotte East quadrangle. None of the
maps depicts structures at the Site; the Site is depicted as being in an urban area.
The EDR Topographic Map report is included in Appendix D.
4.4 Synopsis of Previous Environmental Investigations
ARCADIS was not provided with prior ESA reports for the Site.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 12
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.5 User Provided Information
Mr. Mark Thorson, Lincoln Harris Property Manager, completed a User Questionnaire on behalf of Bank of
America. The User Questionnaire is provided in Appendix D.
4.5.1 Title Records
Title records were not provided to ARCADIS.
4.5.2 Environmental Liens or Activity and Use Limitations
The representative of the client was asked the following questions as part of the assessment:
 Are you aware of any environmental cleanup liens that have been filed or recorded against the Site
under federal, tribal, state, or local law? Answer: No.
 Are you aware of any activity or land use limitations, such as engineering controls, land use restrictions,
or institutional controls, that are in place at the Site and/or have been filed or recorded against the Site in
a registry under federal, tribal, state, or local law? Answer: No.
4.5.3 Specialized Knowledge
The representative of the client was asked the following questions as part of the assessment:
 Do you have any specialized knowledge or experience related to the Site or nearby properties? For
example, are you involved in the same line of business as the current or former occupants of the Site or
an adjoining property so that you would have specialized knowledge of the chemicals and processes
used by this type of business? Answer: No.
 Are you aware of commonly known or reasonably ascertainable information about the Site that would
help the environmental professional to identify conditions indicative of releases or threatened releases?
Answer: No.
 Do you know the past uses of the Site? Answer: No.
 Do you know of specific chemicals that are present or once were present at the Site? Answer: No.
 Do you know of spills or other chemical releases that have occurred at the Site? Answer: No.
 Do you know of any environmental cleanups that have occurred at the Site? Answer: No.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 13
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

 Do you know of any pending, threatened, or past litigation relevant to hazardous substances or
petroleum products in, on, or from the Site? Answer: No.
 Do you know of any pending, threatened, or past administrative proceedings relevant to hazardous
substances or petroleum products in, on, or from the Site? Answer: No.
 Do you know of any notices from any governmental entity regarding any possible violation of
environmental laws or possible liability relating to hazardous substances or petroleum products?
Answer: No.
4.5.4 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information
The representative of the client was asked the following questions as part of the assessment:
 Based on your knowledge and experience related to the Site, are there any obvious indicators that point
to the presence or likely presence of contamination at the Site? Answer: No.
4.5.5 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues
Since Bank of America or related subsidiary is the current owner of the Site, Bank of America has not
conducted an analysis of a hypothetical prospective purchase price.
4.5.6 Owner, Property Manager and Occupant Information
According to the Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office, the Site is owned by NationsBank. The Site is
currently undeveloped.
4.5.7 Reason for Performing Phase I
The Phase I ESA is being performed to evaluate the present environmental status of the Site.
4.5.8 Other Information
No other pertinent information is available.
4.6 Results of Limited ACM Screening
Testing for ACM was not conducted as part of this assessment.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 14
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

4.7 Results of Radon Investigation
Testing for radon was not conducted as part of this assessment.
4.8 Results of Mold Investigation
ARCADIS did not conduct a mold investigation as part of this assessment.
5. Findings and Conclusions
5.1 Known or Suspect RECs
Based upon the information obtained during the Phase I ESA, this assessment has not revealed
environmental concerns in connection with the Site with the exception of the former gasoline fueling
operations and auto repair activities conducted at the Site and the lack of UST closure documentation.
5.2 De minimis Conditions
No de minimis conditions were identified during this assessment.
5.3 Deviations/Data Gaps
The report deviates from the ASTM E1527-05 standard in that it has been prepared in accordance with a
table of contents recommended by Bank of America. The informational content of the report and the
objective of the Phase I ESA generally conform to the standard.
The lack of documentation pertaining to the former USTs utilized at the Site represents a data gap as
defined by ASTM E1527-05.
5.4 Conclusions
ARCADIS has performed a Phase I ESA in general conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM
Practice E 1527 of 1100 West Trade Street in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Any
exceptions to, or deletions from, this practice are described in Section 5.3 of this report. This assessment
has revealed no evidence of RECs in connection with the Site, except for the past use of the Site as a
gasoline station and/or auto repair facility from circa 1935-1990s and USTs for which closure documentation
was not reviewed.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 15
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

6. Limitations
The opinions and recommendations presented in this report are based upon the scope of services,
information obtained through the performance of the services, and the schedule as agreed upon by
ARCADIS and the original party for whom this report was originally prepared. This report is an instrument of
professional service and was prepared in accordance with the generally accepted standards and level of skill
and care under similar conditions and circumstances established by the environmental consulting industry.
To the extent that ARCADIS relied upon any information prepared by other parties not under contract to
ARCADIS, ARCADIS makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of such information.
Only the party for whom this report was originally prepared, and other specifically named parties, may make
use of and rely upon the information in this report, in its entirety, for a period not to exceed 180 days in
accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials' (ASTM's) “Standard Practice for
Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process” ASTM Designation E
1527-00 dated May 10, 2000, ASTM's “Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I
Environmental Site Assessment Process” ASTM Designation E 1527-05 dated November 1, 2005, and/or
the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 40CFR Part 312 “Standards and Practices for All Appropriate
Inquiries: Final Rule” dated November 1, 2005. After 180 days and prior to using the information contained
herein, the report should be updated in accordance with ASTM Standards and Federal regulations.
The findings presented in this report apply solely to site conditions existing at the time when ARCADIS’
assessment was performed. It must be recognized, however, that an Environmental Site Assessment
(“ESA”) is intended for the purpose of evaluating the potential for contamination through limited research and
investigative activities and in no way represents a conclusive or complete site characterization. Conditions in
other parts of the project site may vary from those at the locations where data were collected. ARCADIS’
ability to interpret investigation results is related to the availability of the data and the extent of the
investigation activities. As such, 100% confidence in ESA conclusions cannot reasonably be achieved.
ARCADIS, therefore, does not provide any guarantees, certifications, or warranties (express or implied) that
a property is free from environmental contamination. Furthermore, nothing contained in this document shall
relieve any other party of its responsibility to abide by contract documents and all applicable laws, codes,
regulations, or standards.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 16
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

7. References
Record of Personal Communications
Mr. Mark Thorson, Property Manager with Lincoln Harris
City of Charlotte:
 Fire Department
 Planning Department
 Zoning Administrator
 Land Use and Environmental Services
 Permitting

Mecklenburg County:
 Assessor’s Office
 GIS Department
 Library

State of Connecticut:
 North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, Moorseville’s Office

Map, Aerial Photo and Other Geographic References
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. – Aerial Photographs, 1950, 1968, 1973, 1983, 1988, 1996 and 2006,
Gateway Area, Charlotte, NC 28202, Inquiry Number 2999896.5, February 25, 2011.
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. – The EDR Radius Map with GeoCheck®, Gateway Area, Charlotte,
NC 28202, Inquiry Number 2999896.2s, February 25, 2011.
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. – Certified Sanborn Map Report, 1929, 1950, 1953 and 1963, 1100
West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, Inquiry Number 2999896.3, February 25, 2011.
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. – City Directory Abstract – 1921 - 2005, Gateway Area, Charlotte, NC
28202, Inquiry Number 2999896.6, March 22, 2011.
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. – EDR Historical Topographic Map Report – 1905, 1942, 1949, 1967,
1980 and 1988, Gateway Area, Charlotte, NC 28202, Inquiry Number 2999896.4, February 25, 2011.

NCW-290_Phase I ESA_2011_04_29.docx: jcm 17
Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment

8. Statement of Environmental Professional(s)
I declare that, to the best of my professional knowledge and belief, I meet the definition of environmental
professional as defined in §312.10 of 40 C.F.R. 312. I have the specific qualifications based on education,
training, and experience to assess a property of the nature, history, and setting of the subject property. I
have developed and performed the all appropriate inquiries in conformance with the standards and practices
set forth in 40 C.F.R. Part 312.

Sean D. Drain
Staff Scientist

Stephen P. McCarthy
Senior Environmental Scientist

Figures

Appendix A

Site Photographs

Page 1

Photograph #1

Description of Photograph:
View across the Site facing west.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Photograph #2

Description of Photograph:
Another view across the Site facing
west.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Page 2

Photograph #3

Description of Photograph:
View across the Site facing north.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Photograph #4

Description of Photograph:
View of the sewer man hole cover
along the west edge of the Site.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Page 3

Photograph #5

Description of Photograph:
View of the west abutting creek and
bike path.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Photograph #6

Description of Photograph:
View of the north abutting property.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Page 4

Photograph #7

Description of Photograph:
View of the south adjacent
residential condos.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Photograph #8

Description of Photograph:
View of the east adjacent parking
lot.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Page 5

Photograph #9

Description of Photograph:
View of the east abutting
properties.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011

Photograph #10

Description of Photograph:
View of the west abutting creek and
bike path.

Site Location:
1100 W Trade Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

Photograph Taken By:
Sean Drain

Date of Photograph:
March 1, 2011