Section 32-7-2. – Legislative findings.
§ 32-7-2. Legislative findings. It is hereby found and declared that: (1) The freedom to travel is among America’s most cherished liberties and the recreational vehicle and automobile are key modes of travel for those enjoying this freedom. (2) Recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds provide secure places of refuge for recreational vehicle users and campers. […]
Section 32-7-3. – Legislative intent and purpose.
§ 32-7-3. Legislative intent and purpose. The legislative intent and purpose of this chapter are: (1) To provide a safe environment in urban, rural, and wilderness settings that will accommodate the full range of camping units desired by the consumer; (2) To allow the greatest latitude in designing recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds according to […]
Section 32-7-4. – Applicability.
§ 32-7-4. Applicability. This chapter shall apply to all recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds, as defined in § 32-7-7. No person or organization or government entity shall establish and maintain a recreational vehicle park or campground within the state of Rhode Island, except in conformity with this code. Facilities in existing recreational vehicle parks and […]
Section 32-7-5. – Scope and jurisdiction.
§ 32-7-5. Scope and jurisdiction. (a) This chapter is intended to include all elements to be regulated by the state of Rhode Island. The regulations contained in this chapter shall not supercede any applicable zoning ordinance enacted by any municipality pursuant to chapter 24 of title 45. (b) Where differences occur between state and local […]
Section 32-7-6. – Alternative materials, equipment and procedures.
§ 32-7-6. Alternative materials, equipment and procedures. The provisions of this chapter are not intended to prevent the use of any material, method of construction, or installation procedure not specially prescribed by this code; provided that any such alternative is of equal or greater quality and is verified by the authority having jurisdiction. The authority […]
Section 32-7-7. – Definitions.
§ 32-7-7. Definitions. The following definitions are adopted for purposes of this chapter and for use by state and local agencies. In addition to standards established by local codes and other laws of the state of Rhode Island and standards adopted by reference, the following definitions shall apply to recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds. Where […]
Section 32-6-5. – Limitation on chapter.
§ 32-6-5. Limitation on chapter. (a) Nothing in this chapter limits in any way any liability that, but for this chapter, otherwise exists: (1) For the willful or malicious failure to guard or warn against a dangerous condition, use, structure, or activity after discovering the user’s peril; or (2) For any injury suffered in any […]
Section 32-6-6. – Construction of chapter.
§ 32-6-6. Construction of chapter. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to: (1) Create a duty of care or ground of liability for an injury to persons or property; (2) Relieve any person using the land of another for recreational purposes from any obligation that he or she may have in the absence of […]
Section 32-4-12. – Diversion from use.
§ 32-4-12. Diversion from use. (a) Lands acquired by one or more local units with the aid of a state grant under this chapter shall not be disposed of or diverted to a use for other than recreation and conservation purposes without the approval of the director. That approval shall not be given unless the […]
Section 32-4-13. – Acquisition of lands by private sale.
§ 32-4-13. Acquisition of lands by private sale. Any other provision of law notwithstanding, the state may acquire lands under this chapter from any local unit at private sale. History of Section.G.L. 1956, § 32-4-13; P.L. 1964, ch. 174, § 1.