⚡ 11400 CROSS ROAD TRL

Site Access & Topography

The property at 11400 CROSS ROAD TRL benefits from Public Road Access, which is a significant advantage for logistics and cost control. This typically implies well-maintained roads suitable for standard vehicle traffic. The "Buildability: Good" assessment, coupled with 8.44 buildable acres out of a total 8.5 acres, strongly suggests a relatively flat and clear terrain, free from major topographical challenges like steep slopes or significant rock outcrops. This is ideal for the efficient layout and construction of a BESS facility, minimizing earthwork and site preparation costs.

Crucially, the "POI Access: POI Onsite" indicates that the Point of Interconnection is located directly on the property. This eliminates the need for costly and time-consuming off-site line extensions, significantly de-risking the project's buildability and reducing overall capital expenditure. Heavy equipment, including large transformers, battery containers, and construction machinery, should be able to access the site without major issues, assuming the public road is adequately paved and wide enough for transport. Further due diligence will require a site visit to verify the specific quality and width of the public road and to confirm the absence of any unforeseen physical obstructions or unrecorded access easements that could impede equipment delivery.

Environmental Constraints

Several key environmental factors present both positives and critical unknowns for this site. On the positive side, the property is not located within a Chesapeake Bay Critical Area, which is a major advantage in Maryland, as it avoids stringent development regulations and lengthy permitting processes. Furthermore, there are no identified Critical Habitats, Protected Areas, Brownfield/Superfund sites within 2 miles, Pipeline Proximity within 3 miles, or nearby Gas Wells. These clearances significantly reduce environmental permitting complexity and potential remediation costs.

However, the "Unknown" status for both FEMA Flood Zone and Wetlands presence represents significant red flags. A site located in a high-risk flood zone (e.g., AE, VE) would require substantial and costly flood mitigation measures, potentially including elevated foundations or floodwalls, which could render the project economically unfeasible. Similarly, the presence of jurisdictional wetlands would necessitate extensive permitting, mitigation, and potential redesign to avoid or minimize impacts, leading to significant delays and increased costs. These unknowns are critical and require immediate investigation. A preliminary desktop analysis for flood zones and a wetlands screening (e.g., NWI maps) should be followed by a formal delineation if potential issues are identified.

Grid Infrastructure & Interconnection

The interconnecting utility is Potomac Electric Power (PEPCO), a well-established utility in the region. The "POI Access: POI Onsite" is an exceptional advantage, drastically reducing the cost and complexity associated with extending transmission or distribution lines to the project site. However, the provided IX Voltage: 1308 kV is almost certainly a typographical error; it is highly probable this refers to either 13.8 kV (a common distribution voltage) or 138 kV (a sub-transmission voltage). This needs immediate clarification.

The nearest transmission line is a 230kV line at 0.2 miles, operated by PEPCO. While this proximity offers a potential high-voltage interconnection option, a 230kV interconnection for a distribution-scale project (≤5MW) is typically cost-prohibitive due to the extensive substation and protection equipment required. Given Sunland America's focus on distribution-scale projects, a distribution-level interconnection (e.g., 13.8kV or 34.5kV) would be the recommended approach, assuming adequate capacity exists. Unfortunately, details regarding the Nearest Substation (distance, max voltage, available capacity) are "Unknown," which is a critical gap. Without this information, it is impossible to accurately estimate interconnection costs, timelines, or the likely feeder configuration.

Based on the POI being onsite, line extension costs will be minimal. However, substation upgrades and network upgrades could still be substantial. PEPCO's interconnection process is known to be rigorous, and queue