Environmental

A Vermont seller is aware that a former dry-cleaning business operated on the property 20 years ago. This fact is material because:

ADry-cleaning businesses are not regulated in Vermont
BDry-cleaning solvents (PCE/PERC) are toxic and may have contaminated soil or groundwater on the property✓ Correct
CThe zoning may need to be changed before a new business can operate
DThe property may be eligible for a commercial property tax reduction

Explanation

Dry-cleaning solvents such as perchloroethylene (PCE/PERC) are hazardous chemicals that can contaminate soil and groundwater. A property with a history of dry-cleaning operations may have contamination issues that require investigation and disclosure.

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