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R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-36-1. “Open space” defined
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When used in this chapter “open space” means any space or area, the preservation or restriction of the use of which would: (1) Maintain or enhance the conservation of natural or scenic resources, (2) Protect natural streams or water supply, (3) Promote conservation of soils, wetl…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-36-2. Conservation of open spaces
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Any city, subject to the approval of its council, or any town, subject to the approval of the town council and financial town meeting, if it has one, may by purchase, bequest, gift, grant, devise, or lease, acquire land and improvements on it, rights of way, water riparian and ot…