Environmental
Rhode Island's Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) regulates development in coastal areas. Violations of CRMC regulations can result in:
AOnly warnings for first-time violators
BFines, restoration orders, and permit revocations✓ Correct
COnly civil penalties for commercial developers
DMandatory property purchase by the state
Explanation
The CRMC has enforcement authority that includes issuing fines, ordering restoration of improperly altered coastal areas, and revoking permits for violations of coastal regulations.
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