Environmental
Underground heating oil tanks (non-commercial USTs) at older Virginia homes may be exempt from some DEQ regulations but still create environmental liability because:
AThey are registered with VREB
BLeaking tanks can contaminate soil and groundwater, and remediation is the owner's responsibility✓ Correct
CThey are covered by homeowner's insurance automatically
DThey are regulated only if over 1,000 gallons
Explanation
Residential heating oil tanks may be exempt from certain DEQ registration requirements but still create environmental liability. Owners are responsible for cleanup costs if tanks leak and contaminate the environment.
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