Environmental
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) found in Michigan real estate are significant because:
AThey are commonly found in new construction materials
BThey are toxic industrial compounds that may be present in older buildings and contaminated sites, requiring special remediation✓ Correct
CThey are naturally occurring minerals that increase property value
DThey are regulated only if the concentration exceeds 10,000 ppm
Explanation
PCBs are toxic man-made chemicals once widely used in electrical equipment and industrial processes. They can be present in old buildings (in caulk, paint, transformers) and contaminated soil, requiring specialized remediation under EPA and Michigan EGLE regulations.
Related Michigan Environmental Questions
- In Michigan, 'institutional controls' on contaminated property include:
- Michigan's Environmental Response Act (MERA) governs:
- In Michigan, a property with a Brownfield Redevelopment Plan under Michigan's Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act may receive:
- In Michigan, a real estate professional should be aware that 'environmental stigma' can:
- In Michigan, properties located near former industrial areas (such as parts of Detroit) may require environmental investigation for contamination from:
- Radon in Michigan homes is primarily a concern because it:
- In Michigan, properties with lead paint must follow the EPA's 'Renovation, Repair, and Painting' (RRP) rule, which requires:
- CERCLA (Superfund) affects Michigan real estate primarily by:
Practice More Michigan Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Michigan Quiz →