Rhode Island § 32-4-8 - Green Acres Land Acquisition
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§ 32-4-8. Green Acres Land Acquisition
R.I. Gen. Laws § 32-4-8
§ 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.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 32-4-8
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 32-4-8 cover?
Section 32-4-8 ("Green Acres Land Acquisition") 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.
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