Environmental
A NH property owner who discovers oil contamination from a former furnace leak should report it to NHDES because:
AReporting is optional for small spills
BNH law requires reporting of oil discharges above certain thresholds and the Oil Fund may assist with cleanup costs✓ Correct
COnly lenders must be notified
DOnly the municipality needs to be informed
Explanation
NH law requires reporting of oil discharges to NHDES. The NH Oil Fund Disbursement Board may provide financial assistance for cleanup of qualifying petroleum releases. Prompt reporting limits liability and facilitates cleanup funding.
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