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RI S2583
RI S2583Prohibits applications for a comprehensive permit under the Rhode Island comprehensive planning and land use regulation act in any watershed overlay protection district located in the town of Tiverton.
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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would prohibit applications for a comprehensive permit under the Rhode Island comprehensive planning and land use regulation act in any watershed overlay protection district located in the town of Tiverton. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill amends Rhode Island law to prohibit applications for a comprehensive permit, which is a permit used for certain types of development under the Rhode Island Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Act, within any watershed overlay protection district in the town of Tiverton. A watershed overlay protection district is a specific zoning designation designed to protect water resources within a watershed, which is defined as a land area that collects raw water for rivers and public water supplies. This prohibition means that no new comprehensive permits can be sought or granted in these protected areas in Tiverton, and the act will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government (on 02/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2583.pdf |
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