EnvironmentalIntermediateAlaska Exam

Which federal statute requires the seller of a property with known contamination to disclose that contamination to buyers?

ACERCLA (Superfund) imposes strict liability but not a disclosure requirement, as is typically expected in this situation
BCERCLA and state environmental laws may impose liability; the disclosure duty arises from common law and state statutesCorrect
COnly RESPA requires environmental disclosure in residential transactions
DNo federal law requires environmental disclosure; only state laws apply

Why CERCLA and state environmental laws may impose liability; the disclosure duty arises from common law and state statutes Is Correct

Answer B: CERCLA and state environmental laws may impose liability; the disclosure duty arises from common law and state statutes

No single federal statute mandates environmental disclosure to buyers. CERCLA creates liability for cleanup costs but is not a disclosure law.

Exam Tip: Environmental

Environmental questions test knowledge of hazards like asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, and mold. Know the disclosure requirements and when a professional inspection is required. CERCLA liability is strict, joint, and several.

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