Rhode Island § 5-16-3 - Laundries
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 5-16-3 — Laundries, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-16-3. Laundries
R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-16-3
§ 5-16-3. Application for permit.
Application for a permit shall be made in any form and shall contain any information as to the public laundry for which it is desired that the licensing authorities require. Application for a permit may be made at any time. Within forty (40) days after the receipt of an application, the licensing authorities shall determine whether or not the permit applied for shall be granted. The licensing authorities shall give the applicant for, or holder of, any permit, notice, in writing, of any decision they may make in relation to the permit. Any applicant or holder aggrieved by the decision may within thirty (30) days after receipt of that notice, appeal the decision to the superior court for the counties of Providence and Bristol. That court shall hear the appeal as soon as it may be heard and determine the appeal.
History of Section.
P.L. 1928, ch. 1200, § 2; G.L. 1938, ch. 369, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 5-16-3.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 5-16-3
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 5-16-3 cover?
Section 5-16-3 ("Laundries") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 5-16-3?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 5-16-3 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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