Environmental
NJ's Private Well Testing Act requires testing of wells for which category of contaminants at the time of real estate transfer?
AOnly radon
BA specified list of contaminants including nitrates, bacteria, lead, VOCs, arsenic, and other regulated parameters✓ Correct
COnly bacteria
DOnly pesticides
Explanation
The NJ Private Well Testing Act requires testing for a comprehensive list of regulated contaminants including coliform bacteria, nitrates, lead, arsenic, VOCs, pH, and other parameters specified by the NJDEP at the time of property transfer.
People Also Study
Related New Jersey Questions
- New Jersey's Private Well Testing Act requires testing of private drinking water wells:Environmental
- New Jersey's Private Well Testing Act requires testing of private wells:Environmental
- New Jersey's Freshwater Wetlands Protection Act requires a permit from the NJDEP for activities in or near freshwater wetlands. The buffer zone around Category 1 (highest quality) wetlands is:Environmental
- The NJ Flood Hazard Area Control Act requires permits for development in flood hazard areas regulated by:Environmental
Key Terms to Know
Option Contract
A contract giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to purchase a property at a specified price within a specified time period.
ZoningLocal government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
VarianceOfficial permission to use land in a way that does not conform to the applicable zoning ordinance, granted by a zoning board when strict enforcement would cause undue hardship.
Eminent DomainThe power of government to take private property for public use, with the requirement to pay the owner just compensation.
Study This Topic
Practice More New Jersey Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free New Jersey Quiz →