Rhode Island § 45-46-3 - Soil Erosion and Sediment Control
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§ 45-46-3. Soil Erosion and Sediment Control
R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-46-3
§ 45-46-3. Powers of councils.
The city or town council of any city or town is authorized to adopt, pursuant to the purposes of this chapter, the provisions of the model erosion and sediment control ordinance as provided in § 45-46-5. To assist in the implementation of ordinances and programs adopted pursuant to this chapter, a city or town council may adopt an erosion and sediment control plan.
History of Section.
P.L. 1982, ch. 287, § 1; P.L. 1999, ch. 354, § 51.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 45-46-3
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 45-46-3 cover?
Section 45-46-3 ("Soil Erosion and Sediment Control") 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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