Land Use & Zoning
In Rhode Island, 'historic district' regulations may affect property owners by:
ARequiring owners to sell their property to the state
BRestricting exterior alterations to preserve the historic character of the area✓ Correct
CProhibiting all commercial activity in the district
DExempting the property from property taxes
Explanation
Historic district regulations, common in areas like Newport and Providence, restrict exterior changes to properties to preserve the historic character of the district. Owners must obtain approval from the local historic district commission before making exterior alterations.
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