Environmental
Illinois's Groundwater Protection Program is particularly relevant to real estate because it:
ARequires all water wells to be tested annually
BDesignates certain areas as groundwater protection zones where activities that could contaminate groundwater are restricted✓ Correct
CProvides free water testing for all Illinois homeowners
DOnly applies to properties within 1 mile of Lake Michigan
Explanation
Illinois's groundwater protection programs designate certain areas (based on geology and proximity to public water supply wells) as groundwater protection zones or wellhead protection areas. In these areas, development activities that could contaminate groundwater may be restricted or require additional review.
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