Environmental
The Endangered Species Act may affect real estate development because it:
AProhibits construction within 100 miles of national parks
BRestricts land use and development where threatened species habitat exists✓ Correct
CRequires all developers to fund wildlife corridors
DMandates environmental impact studies for all parcels over one acre
Explanation
The Endangered Species Act can restrict development on private land if it would harm or harass listed threatened or endangered species or destroy their critical habitat. Developers may need to conduct surveys and obtain permits.
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