Environmental
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) oversees which of the following related to real estate?
AReal estate license issuance
BEnvironmental site remediation, wetlands regulation, and hazardous waste programs✓ Correct
CProperty tax assessments
DBuilding code enforcement
Explanation
The NY DEC oversees environmental programs including hazardous waste and brownfield remediation, wetlands regulation, spill remediation, and the environmental review process (SEQRA) affecting real estate development.
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