Environmental
An underground storage tank (UST) on a property can pose a risk because:
AIt increases property taxes
BIt may contain petroleum products that can leak and contaminate soil and groundwater✓ Correct
CIt requires special zoning approval
DIt affects the property's flood zone rating
Explanation
USTs (often containing heating oil or gasoline) can corrode and leak, contaminating soil and groundwater, creating significant environmental liability.
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