Environmental
In New York, a 'deed restriction' requiring disclosure and limiting use of a remediated brownfield site is typically imposed through:
AThe DEC's Record of Decision only
BAn Environmental Easement (or institutional control) recorded against the property✓ Correct
CA zoning variance from the municipality
DA contract between the developer and the DEC
Explanation
Environmental easements (also called institutional controls) are recorded encumbrances against the property that restrict uses or require ongoing maintenance of engineering controls to protect public health at remediated brownfield sites.
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