Environmental

What is the Nevada Air Quality Management District and how does it affect real estate development?

AIt manages Nevada's state parks and open spaces

BClark County and Washoe County have air quality management programs regulating emissions from construction, industry, and vehicles — non-attainment status can add requirements and costs to development projects✓ Correct

CIt only regulates indoor air quality in Nevada buildings

DIt has no effect on real estate development

Explanation

Clark County and Washoe County air quality programs regulate emissions to maintain compliance with EPA National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Certain Nevada areas have been in non-attainment for ozone and PM10.

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