Environmental
What is an 'activity and use limitation' (AUL) in Delaware's remediation program?
AA zoning restriction on industrial activities
BA recorded instrument restricting future uses of a remediated property to those consistent with the cleanup level achieved, such as no groundwater use or no residential development✓ Correct
CA limitation on the activity level of construction workers on contaminated sites
DA permit limiting the use of remediation equipment during certain hours
Explanation
An AUL (Activity and Use Limitation) is a recorded deed restriction implemented as an institutional control, restricting future land use (e.g., prohibiting drinking from on-site groundwater, requiring a cap be maintained) to ensure the remedial action remains protective over time.
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