Environmental
What is 'clean fill' as it relates to Rhode Island construction and real estate?
ASoil that has been cleaned by environmental remediation
BUncontaminated soil, rock, and similar materials used to fill land; use of contaminated fill is a serious environmental violation✓ Correct
CFill that meets building code standards for foundation support
DGravel used for road construction
Explanation
Clean fill is uncontaminated soil, rock, concrete, or similar inert materials used for grading and filling purposes. Using contaminated materials as fill can spread contamination and create significant environmental liability.
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