The bill amends Chapter 44-7 of the General Laws regarding the collection of taxes by introducing a new section specifically for the town of East Greenwich. It establishes that no licenses or permits required for business operations will be issued or renewed for individuals or entities that are in arrears on local taxes, liens, or assessments unless they have appealed the matter to a court of competent jurisdiction. Additionally, it prohibits the issuance of demolition or building permits for new construction or renovations if the property owner is in arrears on real property taxes or assessments related to that property. This prohibition applies only to the real property that is the subject of the building permit application and does not apply to construction aimed at addressing a pending notice of violation issued by the town.

Furthermore, applicants for any licenses or permits must provide verification from the property tax or assessment collection agency of the town that all local taxes, liens, and assessments are paid to date. The licensing or permitting authority has the discretion to issue a license or permit if the applicant has entered an approved repayment plan for the tax arrearage and is current on making payments pursuant to that plan. This act will take effect upon its passage.