Environmental
North Dakota requires sellers to disclose known underground storage tanks (USTs) because:
AUSTs increase property value
BLeaking USTs can cause significant soil and groundwater contamination requiring costly remediation✓ Correct
CUSTs are always visible to buyers
DUSTs are only a concern in urban areas
Explanation
Underground storage tanks (especially old single-wall steel tanks) can leak petroleum products into soil and groundwater. Cleanup of UST contamination can cost tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars, making disclosure essential for informed buyer decisions.
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