Rhode Island General Laws 32-4-8. Acquisition of lands by local units
Local units are hereby authorized and empowered to acquire lands for the conservation and recreation purposes of this chapter. If the director approves the acquisition of lands by a local unit with state assistance, the lands may be acquired in the name of the local unit in any manner the local unit is authorized by law to acquire real property; provided, however, that if the acquisition is by eminent domain, it shall conform with the provisions of chapter 1 of Title 24, insofar as they are consistent with the provisions of this chapter. In acquiring land for the conservation and recreation purposes of this chapter, the local unit may deal directly with the federal government or any department or agency thereof.
History of Section.
G.L. 1956, § 32-4-8; P.L. 1964, ch. 174, § 1.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 32-4-8
- Director: means the director of administration or his or her designated representative;
(2) "Land" or "lands" means and includes real property, and improvements thereon, rights of way, water, riparian and other rights and easements, conservation easements, scenic easements, privileges, present and future estates, and interests of every kind and description in real property;
(3) "Local unit" means a city or town or any agency thereof; and
(4) "Recreation and conservation purposes" means and includes use of lands for agriculture, parks, natural areas, forests, camping, fishing, wetlands and marsh lands preservation, wildlife habitat, hunting, golfing, boating, winter sports, scenic preservation, and similar uses for public outdoor recreation and conservation of natural resources. See Rhode Island General Laws 32-4-3
- Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.