⚡ 1480 RENAISSANCE DR

1. Site Access & Topography

Road Access & Delivery Feasibility: The property benefits from excellent public road access. Located at 1480 Renaissance Drive in a developed commercial office park in Park Ridge, IL, the site is immediately adjacent to major thoroughfares like South Dee Road and is less than a mile from the I-294 (Tri-State Tollway) interchange. The roads are wide, paved, and appear to be constructed to commercial standards, capable of handling heavy truck traffic. This suggests that delivery of large, heavy equipment such as battery containers, pad-mount transformers, and switchgear will be highly feasible with minimal need for road improvements.

Terrain Characteristics: As is typical for the Chicagoland area, the site's topography is expected to be flat to gently sloping. This is highly advantageous for BESS development, as it will significantly reduce earthwork and civil engineering costs. A level site simplifies foundation design, drainage planning, and overall construction logistics. Requires Verification: A formal topographic survey will be needed to confirm precise elevations and drainage patterns.

Heavy Equipment Access: Given the robust road network designed for a commercial park, access for heavy construction equipment, including large cranes required for setting transformers and inverters, is anticipated to be straightforward. There are no apparent low-clearance bridges or other significant obstructions on the primary access routes from the interstate.

Easement Concerns: As a developed parcel within an office park, it is highly probable that multiple existing utility easements (e.g., for power, water, sewer, gas, and telecommunications) cross the property. These easements could create significant constraints on the final BESS layout and usable acreage. Action Item: An ALTA survey and a title commitment are critical early-stage requirements to identify and map all encumbrances. A major discrepancy exists between the listed 35.02 acres and the Regrid parcel data of 2.97 acres; this must be clarified immediately as it fundamentally impacts site viability.

2. Environmental Constraints

FEMA Flood Zone: The FEMA flood zone designation is currently unknown. This represents a critical data gap. The property is located approximately one mile west of the Des Plaines River, which has associated floodplains. If the site is located within a Special Flood Hazard Area (e.g., Zone AE), it could necessitate elevating all equipment above the Base Flood Elevation (BFE), significantly increasing costs, or could even render the site undevelopable if it falls within a floodway. Action Item: Immediate review of the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) is required.

Wetlands: The presence of wetlands is unknown. While the site appears to be developed land, remnant jurisdictional wetlands or man-made water features that fall under Army Corps of Engineers jurisdiction could be present. A desktop screening using the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) is a necessary first step. Any identified potential wetlands would trigger the need for a formal wetland delineation and could impose significant setbacks or require costly mitigation.

Critical Habitat / Endangered Species: The data indicates no critical habitat or protected areas on or near the site, which is expected for a developed, urbanized location. This is a low-risk category, but should be confirmed with a quick review of the USFWS IPaC (Information for Planning and Consultation) tool as part of formal diligence.

Brownfield/Superfund Status: The presence of a superfund site within two miles is a potential risk, not an advantage. This does not mean the subject parcel qualifies for