Environmental
Virginia's well and septic system regulations primarily fall under the authority of the:
AVirginia DEQ
BVirginia Department of Health (VDH)✓ Correct
CVirginia Real Estate Board
DLocal building inspector
Explanation
In Virginia, the Department of Health (VDH) regulates private wells and onsite sewage (septic) systems. Buyers in rural areas should verify well and septic system compliance with VDH standards.
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