Land Use & Zoning
A property in Rhode Island is described as a 'nonconforming use.' This means:
AThe property is vacant and unused
BThe current use was established legally before the current zoning regulations were enacted but does not comply with them✓ Correct
CThe property is in violation of health and safety codes
DThe property has no legal access to a public road
Explanation
A nonconforming use is one that was legally established prior to the current zoning regulations but does not conform to them. Such uses are typically allowed to continue ('grandfather' protection) but may not be expanded.
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