City Directory Search


Identify past occupants of properties


ASTM E 1527-21 lists “local street directories” as one of the standard historical sources used to conduct a Phase 1 Site Assessment. The Banks City Directory Search offers a comprehensive review of these directories on any site in the country where available. Dating from the early 1800’s in some areas, these directories provide key historical information on the occupancy history of a property by using a “reverse phone directory” in which the streets are listed alphabetically and the occupants are shown for each street number listed. Additionally, we offer comprehensive chain of title reports.

Included within a City Directory Report

  • Target property location
  • Map with search radius identified
  • Listing of all addresses within 1/8 mile radius
  • Records are provided from as far back as 1800’s when available