Environmental

Vermont's 'acceptable use' standard for contaminated site remediation means cleanup targets are based on:

AThe most stringent possible standards regardless of future use
BThe future use of the site — with residential use requiring more stringent cleanup than industrial use✓ Correct
CThe historical use of the site only
DStandards set by neighboring property owners

Explanation

Vermont's risk-based remediation standards establish cleanup targets based on the anticipated future use of the property — stricter standards apply for residential use (direct contact, ingestion) than for commercial/industrial use.

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