Environmental
What is a 'brownfield' in Delaware real estate?
AA large farm parcel being converted to residential use
BAn abandoned or underused commercial or industrial site with known or suspected contamination that may complicate redevelopment✓ Correct
CA wetland area that has been illegally filled
DAn agricultural property with soil depletion issues
Explanation
Brownfields are abandoned or underused commercial/industrial sites where redevelopment is complicated by real or perceived environmental contamination. Delaware has state brownfield programs to facilitate cleanup and redevelopment of these properties, converting liabilities into productive community assets.
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