Environmental
Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in a Minnesota property built before 1980 must be:
AImmediately removed regardless of condition
BDisclosed as a known condition; if undisturbed and in good condition, it may be encapsulated rather than removed✓ Correct
CPainted over without disclosure
DOnly disclosed to commercial buyers
Explanation
Asbestos that is in good condition and not friable (crumbling) may be encapsulated and left in place. However, its presence must be disclosed in Minnesota as a material fact. Friable asbestos or asbestos disturbed during renovation must be removed by licensed abatement contractors.
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