Property Valuation

Utah's Great Salt Lake level changes affect nearby property values through:

ADirect flood damage to all adjacent properties
BDust, odor, and landscape changes that can affect property values and marketability in affected areas✓ Correct
CAutomatic zoning changes to open space
DMandatory government acquisition of affected properties

Explanation

Changes in Great Salt Lake levels expose dry lake bed that generates dust (including toxic particles from historic mining activity), affects odors, and changes the landscape. These environmental factors can affect property values and marketability.

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