Environmental Lien Search

A Comprehensive Search for Environmental Liens Filed Against Properties

An environmental lien is a charge, security, or encumbrance on a property title to secure payment of cost or debt arising from response actions, cleanup, or other remediation of hazardous substances or petroleum products.

Using our nationwide network of county-level abstract researchers, Banks can provide data for any environmental or property lien filed from 1985 to present.

Included within an Environmental Lien Search

  • Thorough Search of Property Records at County Recorder’s Office

  • Deed Restrictions Attributed to Environmental Concern

  • Activity/Use Limitations (AUL)

  • Current Vesting Deed on the Property

  • Determination of Whether Site is in a “Super Lien State”