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A Connecticut property is subject to the Connecticut Transfer Act (CGS §§ 22a-134 through 22a-134e) because it was previously used as a dry-cleaning facility. The property is now being sold, and the parties are determining which Transfer Act form applies. The seller has completed an environmental investigation and confirmed that the property meets the applicable remediation standards. Which Transfer Act form would most likely be filed in this scenario?

Correct Answer

B) Form I, because the environmental investigation confirmed the property meets remediation standards

Under the Connecticut Transfer Act, Form I (Negative Declaration) is filed when the transferor has completed an environmental investigation and certifies that the property meets the applicable remediation standards — meaning no further remediation is required. This is the 'clean' form indicating that the property has been fully investigated and is in compliance. Because the seller in this scenario has completed the investigation and confirmed the property meets standards, Form I is the appropriate filing.

Answer Options
A
Form III, because the property is being transferred and no prior investigation has been completed
B
Form I, because the environmental investigation confirmed the property meets remediation standards
C
Form II, because the seller is certifying that remediation will be completed after the transfer
D
Form IV, because the property involves a commercial establishment with hazardous substance use

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