Environmental
What is a wetland, and why is the presence of one significant in a Nevada real estate transaction?
AAreas prone to flooding; they increase property values
BFederally protected areas where development is restricted or requires permits from the Army Corps of Engineers✓ Correct
CAreas with high water table; they require special foundation design only
DBodies of open water; they have no special regulatory status
Explanation
Wetlands are federally protected under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Development in or near wetlands typically requires Army Corps of Engineers permits. Delineation of wetlands on a Nevada property can significantly affect development potential.
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