§ 42-17.9-1 Findings
§ 42-17.9-2 Purposes
§ 42-17.9-3 The state’s interest in natural resource values
§ 42-17.9-4 Limitation of application
§ 42-17.9-5 Rulemaking by the department
§ 42-17.9-6 Applicability of standards, guidelines, and evaluation criteria
§ 42-17.9-7 Use of evaluation criteria
§ 42-17.9-8 Reporting
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Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 42-17.9 - Preservation of State Open Space

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