Land Use & Environmental

Environmental Impact Statement

A detailed NEPA document analyzing significant environmental effects and alternatives for a proposed major federal action.

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What does Environmental Impact Statement mean on the Texas real estate exam?

Answer: A detailed NEPA document analyzing significant environmental effects and alternatives for a proposed major federal action.

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Environmental Impact Statement definition

An Environmental Impact Statement, or EIS, is prepared through the National Environmental Policy Act process for a proposed major federal action expected to significantly affect the human environment.

The EIS describes environmental effects, reasonable alternatives, and mitigation. It is not a private buyer's contamination inspection and does not replace a Phase I or Phase II assessment.

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Major federal action plus significant effects points to an EIS.

Exam trap

An EIS evaluates a federal action. A Phase I evaluates property history and recognized environmental conditions.

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Disclosures & Environmental (9 of 80 National)

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