Rapid Resource Assessment

Service Description

A Critical First Step in Responsible Development When time is tight and due diligence matters, CHRIS, Inc. offers Rapid Resource Assessments (RRAs) to give you a clear, professional snapshot of your project’s environmental and cultural sensitivity—before you get deep into planning, permitting, or design. What You Get: Review of federal, state, and local records on historic sites, environmental hazards, and land use regulations. GIS-based visual overview of environmental and cultural risk zones Summary of red flags: Historic properties, cemeteries, or tribal interests Wetlands, floodplains, or protected habitats Brownfields or regulatory overlay zones Clear recommendations This service is ideal for: Developers and landowners in early-stage planning Engineers and architects preparing concept designs Agencies and nonprofits evaluating land for acquisition or conservation Real estate professionals conducting pre-purchase due diligence Why It Works: We combine professional expertise in environmental science, archaeology, and regulatory compliance with boots-on-the-ground experience across the Southeast. You’re not just getting a desktop review—you’re getting insight from a team that knows how regulators think, where red flags lie, and how to keep your project moving forward. Turnaround: Most RRAs are completed within 3–5 business days from request, depending on site complexity and data availability. Pricing: Flat-rate pricing of $795.