⚡ 1480 RENAISSANCE DR

MEMORANDUM

TO: Sunland America Corp. Development Committee

FROM: Senior BESS Site Evaluation Analyst

DATE: October 26, 2023

SUBJECT: Comprehensive Site Diligence Analysis for "Project Renaissance"

PROPERTY: 1480 RENAISSANCE DR, Park Ridge, Cook County, IL (APN: 09221100050000)

RECOMMENDATION: MAYBE

This report provides a comprehensive site diligence analysis for the subject property for the potential development of a distribution-scale (≤5MW) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The site presents a high-risk, high-reward profile. Its primary advantage is a confirmed 10% ITC adder for being in an Energy Community, with potential for an additional 10% Brownfield adder. However, a critical lack of data regarding the grid interconnection point represents a potential fatal flaw that must be investigated immediately. The following analysis details the knowns and significant unknowns associated with this opportunity.

1. Site Access & Topography

Road Access & Equipment Delivery: The site benefits from excellent road access. It is located in a well-developed commercial office park directly adjacent to major transportation corridors, including Interstate 294. The property has frontage on Renaissance Drive, a public, paved road capable of handling standard construction traffic. Based on aerial imagery, access for semi-trucks appears feasible. However, a detailed route survey will be required to confirm clearance and turning radii for oversized and overweight loads, such as the main power transformer and containerized battery enclosures. Proximity to major highways is a significant logistical advantage for equipment delivery.

Terrain & Buildability: The topography in this region of Cook County is exceptionally flat. We can assume the site is level or has a very gentle grade, which is ideal for BESS development as it will minimize civil engineering and grading costs. A significant data discrepancy exists regarding parcel size, with sources indicating both 35 acres and 2.97 acres. This must be clarified immediately, as 2.97 acres would be a very tight fit for a 5MW system after accounting for code-required setbacks, access roads, and medium-voltage equipment.

Easements: As a developed commercial parcel, the site is almost certain to be encumbered by existing utility easements (e.g., power, water, sewer, communications). A title report and ALTA survey are mandatory to identify these constraints, which will directly impact the usable buildable area and final site layout.

2. Environmental Constraints

Flood & Wetlands: The FEMA flood zone and wetlands status are currently Unknown. This represents a major risk. The property is located approximately 1.5 miles east of the Des Plaines River, making flood risk a plausible concern. Development within a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) would introduce significant design complexity, cost, and permitting hurdles. Similarly, the presence of