Environmental
In South Carolina, an 'environmental lien' can be placed on a property by:
AOnly the EPA
BFederal or state agencies to secure repayment of cleanup costs✓ Correct
COnly private citizens suing for damages
DOnly private environmental consultants
Explanation
Federal and state agencies (EPA, SC DHEC) can place liens on contaminated properties to secure repayment of government-funded cleanup costs. These liens can supersede other liens in priority.
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