Environmental
In Washington, a 'brownfield' property is one that:
AIs located in a rural agricultural area
BIs contaminated or perceived to be contaminated, limiting its reuse or redevelopment✓ Correct
CHas been farmland converted to residential use
DIs designated as a critical area under the GMA
Explanation
Brownfields are real property that may have contamination from prior industrial or commercial uses. Fear of contamination can limit redevelopment even without confirmed contamination. State and federal programs assist with brownfield cleanup and redevelopment.
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