Environmental
What are 'deed restrictions' related to environmental remediation, and why are they important in Pennsylvania?
ARestrictions on property deeds limiting the number of structures that can be built
BInstitutional controls recorded in the deed limiting land use when remediation leaves residual contamination✓ Correct
CEnvironmental easements protecting wetlands and floodplains from development
DPADEP regulations controlling emissions from residential fireplaces
Explanation
Under Pennsylvania's Act 2 program, when a site is remediated to commercial/industrial standards (leaving residual contamination that would be unacceptable for residential use), deed restrictions (institutional controls) are recorded to limit future land use to approved purposes. These deed restrictions run with the land and must be disclosed in property transfers. Buyers must review deed restrictions to understand limitations on the property's use.
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