Land Use & Zoning
What is 'special legislation' in Rhode Island land use?
AA law applying to a specific municipality
BLocal or state legislation creating specific zoning or development rules for a particular area or project, outside of the standard zoning process✓ Correct
CAn emergency zoning ordinance
DA federal override of local zoning
Explanation
Special legislation creates specific rules for a particular location or project through the legislative process rather than the standard zoning process. Rhode Island has used special legislation for specific major developments.
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