Environmental
A Virginia property owner discovers a neighbor's septic system is leaching onto their property. This could constitute:
AA violation of the neighbor's property rights only
BAn environmental nuisance and possible trespass requiring remediation and reporting to Virginia DEQ✓ Correct
CA minor issue requiring no action
DOnly a civil matter between neighbors with no environmental implications
Explanation
A failing septic system that causes leachate to enter a neighbor's property is both an environmental hazard (potential groundwater contamination) and a legal trespass. Virginia DEQ has authority to require remediation of failing septic systems.
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