Environmental
What is a 'brownfield' in real estate development?
AAgricultural land that has not been farmed recently
BA previously developed site with actual or potential environmental contamination that may complicate redevelopment✓ Correct
CA site with poor soil quality for construction
DA property with deed restrictions limiting commercial use
Explanation
Brownfields are previously developed properties that have actual or suspected environmental contamination from prior uses (former gas stations, dry cleaners, industrial sites). Federal and state brownfield programs provide funding and liability protections to encourage cleanup and redevelopment of these sites.
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