Environmental
In Minnesota, a 'brownfield' site eligible for state cleanup assistance is typically characterized by:
ABeing located in an agricultural zone
BDocumented or perceived contamination that prevents or complicates redevelopment✓ Correct
CBeing located in a designated historic district
DBeing within a shoreland zone
Explanation
Brownfields are former commercial or industrial sites where actual or perceived contamination complicates reuse or redevelopment. Minnesota has brownfield remediation programs through DEED (Department of Employment and Economic Development) and MPCA to assist in cleanup and redevelopment. Many are found in older industrial corridors of the Twin Cities metro.
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