Land Use & Zoning
What is the Rhode Island state zoning enabling act's role?
AIt creates a statewide zoning code applicable to all municipalities
BIt authorizes municipalities to adopt zoning ordinances by granting them the power to regulate land use✓ Correct
CIt sets maximum building heights for all Rhode Island cities
DIt establishes CRMC's coastal zoning authority
Explanation
Rhode Island's state zoning enabling act grants municipalities the legal authority to adopt and enforce local zoning ordinances. Without this enabling legislation, local zoning would lack a legal basis.
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