Environmental
In Texas, methamphetamine lab contamination in a residential property must be disclosed because:
AIt is required by federal law only
BResidual chemicals from meth production can pose health hazards and are a known material defect✓ Correct
CTREC specifically exempts such disclosures
DOnly if the contamination occurred in the past 3 years
Explanation
A property previously used as a methamphetamine lab may contain toxic chemical residue that requires professional remediation. This is a known material defect that must be disclosed on the Seller's Disclosure Notice and affects health and safety.
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