Escrow & Title
In Rhode Island, a 'special assessment' might appear on a municipal lien certificate. What is a special assessment?
AA penalty for code violations
BA charge levied by the municipality against specific properties to fund public improvements benefiting those properties (such as a new sidewalk or sewer connection)✓ Correct
CA property tax increase
DA fine for unpermitted construction
Explanation
A special assessment is a charge imposed on specific properties to recover the costs of public improvements (sidewalks, sewers, street paving) that directly benefit those properties. It is a lien on the property until paid.
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