EnvironmentalIntermediateColorado Exam

CERCLA (Superfund) is significant to Colorado real estate because it:

ARequires all sellers to test for environmental contamination before closing, which is the approach most often followed
BImposes cleanup liability on current property owners, past owners, and others who caused hazardous substance releasesCorrect
CProvides tax credits to buyers of contaminated properties
DOnly applies to industrial properties in Colorado

Why Imposes cleanup liability on current property owners, past owners, and others who caused hazardous substance releases Is Correct

Answer B: Imposes cleanup liability on current property owners, past owners, and others who caused hazardous substance releases

CERCLA creates 'joint and several' liability for cleanup costs that can be imposed on current owners, former owners, operators, and those who arranged for disposal of hazardous substances. This makes environmental due diligence critical in Colorado real estate transactions.

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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