Environmental

What is 'environmental lien' and how can it affect a Rhode Island property?

AA mortgage on an environmentally sensitive property
BA government lien placed on property to recover cleanup costs from responsible parties, which must be disclosed and resolved before sale✓ Correct
CA DEM permit requirement for new construction
DA CRMC restriction on coastal development

Explanation

Environmental liens are government liens placed on property to recover cleanup costs from responsible parties under CERCLA, RCRA, or state cleanup laws. They can cloud title and must be disclosed and resolved in real estate transactions.

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