Environmental
The Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone Act in California requires:
AEarthquake-resistant construction statewide
BDisclosure and geological investigation before development near active fault zones✓ Correct
CMandatory earthquake insurance for all properties
DRetrofitting of all pre-1980 buildings
Explanation
The Alquist-Priolo Act prohibits most structures for human occupancy from being built across active fault traces. It requires sellers to disclose when property is within a Special Studies Zone and may require geological investigations.
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