§ 32-4-3 - Definitions. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 32-4-3

   § 32-4-3  Definitions. – As used in this chapter, unless the context shall otherwise require:

   (1) "Director" means the director of administration or his orher designated representative;

   (2) "Land" or "lands" means and includes real property, andimprovements thereon, rights of way, water, riparian and other rights andeasements, conservation easements, scenic easements, privileges, present andfuture estates, and interests of every kind and description in real property;

   (3) "Local unit" means a city or town or any agency thereof;and

   (4) "Recreation and conservation purposes" means and includesuse of lands for agriculture, parks, natural areas, forests, camping, fishing,wetlands and marsh lands preservation, wildlife habitat, hunting, golfing,boating, winter sports, scenic preservation, and similar uses for publicoutdoor recreation and conservation of natural resources.