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RI S2914
RI S2914Authorizes the town of Smithfield, if an aggregate of two hundred fifty (250) or more units should be proposed in comprehensive permit project(s), to enact an emergency moratorium until the permit requirement of § 45-53-4 are amended.
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Introduced
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would authorize the town of Smithfield, if an aggregate of two hundred fifty (250) or more units should be proposed in comprehensive permit project(s), to enact an emergency moratorium until the permit requirement of § 45-53-4 are amended. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill allows the town of Smithfield to temporarily halt the processing of new housing development applications if a significant number of housing units, specifically 250 or more, are proposed within one or more "comprehensive permit project(s)." A comprehensive permit project is a streamlined process for obtaining multiple permits for housing developments. This temporary halt, called an "emergency moratorium," can remain in effect until the existing permit requirements outlined in section 45-53-4 of the law are updated. Any applications submitted during this moratorium will not receive special consideration or "grandfathered status" once the moratorium is lifted. The bill also states that it will become law immediately upon being passed.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government (on 03/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2914.pdf |
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