The bill amends the Rhode Island Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Act by introducing new definitions and provisions related to land use and planning. It adds definitions for "overlay district," "watershed," and "watershed overlay protection district," which clarify the zoning designations and their associated regulations.

Furthermore, the bill specifically prohibits the issuance of comprehensive permits in watershed overlay protection districts within the town of Coventry. This means that no applications for comprehensive permits will be issued, authorized, or permitted in these designated areas, thereby aiming to protect water resources. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8472: 45-22.2-4