Land Use & Zoning
What is 'right-of-way' in Rhode Island real estate?
AA driver's right to proceed at an intersection
BA strip of land granted for use as a road, utility corridor, or other linear purpose, or the legal right to use such a strip✓ Correct
CA homeowner's right to build anywhere on their lot
DA contractor's right to access a construction site
Explanation
A right-of-way is an easement giving the right to pass through or use a strip of land for a specific purpose (road, utility line, railroad). Public right-of-way is the land on which public roads and utilities are located.
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