Underground storage tanks for petroleum or waste materials may be regulated under the federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), equivalent state programs, and state fire codes. We guide clients on the legal requirements applicable to the installation and operation of underground storage tank systems. We also advise clients concerning the closure and cleanup of former underground storage tank systems and represent clients in lawsuits and regulatory proceedings relating to underground storage tank spills and leaks.
The presence of current or former underground storage tanks can be an important issue in sales and purchases of real estate. When representing property purchasers, we make sure that environmental studies of the property have checked for underground storage tanks, that known tanks have been remediated, and that protective indemnification has been provided.
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