Environmental
In New York, the disclosure of a known 'private well' contamination issue to prospective buyers:
AIs optional if the contamination is below EPA action levels
BIs required under New York's Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS), which asks about water supply and known contamination issues✓ Correct
COnly applies to commercial property sales
DIs only required if the seller has had the water professionally tested
Explanation
New York's Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS) contains specific questions about the property's water supply, including whether it is served by a private well and whether the seller knows of any water quality issues or contamination. Sellers must disclose known issues.
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