Environment

When purchasing, selling, financing, or redeveloping commercial or industrial property in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland, environmental due diligence can be one of the most important steps in the process. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I ESA) helps identify whether current or historical activities on a property – or on neighbouring properties – may have created potential environmental concerns. And in the Lower Mainland, that investigation can get complicated. From Vancouver

Buying commercial, industrial, or development property in British Columbia is a significant investment. While buyers typically focus on location, zoning, building condition, and development potential, there is another factor that can have a major impact on the value of a property: what is in the soil. A property can look perfectly clean on the surface while historical activities may have left behind petroleum hydrocarbons, metals, solvents, or other contaminants. Discovering those issues after a purchase can turn

If you’re buying, selling, financing, or redeveloping commercial or industrial property in Victoria, Vancouver, or elsewhere in British Columbia, you’ve likely heard the term Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I ESA). But when is one actually required, and how long does it remain valid? These are two of the most common questions we receive at Waypoint Environmental Services. Understanding the answers can help property owners, developers, lenders, and municipalities make informed decisions while

When you choose a consulting partner, you are choosing more than technical expertise. You are choosing a team you can trust to make sound decisions, follow professional standards, and deliver work that supports the success of your project. At Waypoint, quality is built into every stage of the work we do. As an Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) registered firm, we follow the requirements of the EGBC Permit to Practice program – a framework designed to ensure

As environmental regulations continue to evolve across British Columbia, effective stormwater management has become an essential part of responsible land development and construction. Whether you’re building a residential subdivision, commercial development, industrial facility, or infrastructure project, managing stormwater correctly isn’t just good environmental practice—it’s often a regulatory requirement. A well-designed Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) helps protect nearby watercourses, reduces project delays, minimizes environmental risk, and demonstrates due diligence to regulators and project stakeholders. Why Stormwater Management Matters

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If you’re planning a development project in British Columbia, you’ve probably come across the term Environmental Protection Plan (EPP). Whether you’re building a subdivision, installing utilities, or working near a stream or wetland, an EPP is often an important part of the permitting process. So what is an EPP, and when is one required? What is an Environmental Protection Plan? An Environmental Protection Plan (EPP) is a site-specific document that outlines how environmental features will be protected