Environmental

A Minnesota homebuyer is purchasing a rural property with an on-site septic system. What is required before closing under Minnesota law?

ANothing special for rural properties
BA Certificate of Compliance or inspection of the septic system✓ Correct
CAn EPA environmental site assessment
DApproval from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Explanation

Minnesota requires a Certificate of Compliance or inspection for on-site septic systems (Individual Sewage Treatment Systems - ISTS) before most property sales in areas without municipal sewer. This ensures the system meets current standards or identifies deficiencies that need to be addressed. This is administered by county environmental services departments.

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