Environmental
Texas law (Texas Property Code § 5.008) requires sellers of residential property to disclose known environmental hazards on the Seller's Disclosure Notice. Which item would MOST likely be included?
ANational weather patterns affecting the area
BKnown presence of hazardous or toxic waste on the property✓ Correct
CProperty tax rates in the neighborhood
DSchool district boundary information
Explanation
The Texas Seller's Disclosure Notice (TREC OP-H) asks sellers to disclose known hazardous or toxic waste, asbestos, lead-based paint, and other environmental conditions that could affect the property.
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