Section 230-RICR-30-35-1.4 - Registration RequirementA. In accordance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-11.1-4, MFEs are required to register with the Department.B. There will be an initial grace period for MFEs to register with the Department and for municipalities to comply with the requirements of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 5-11.1 and this Part. During this time, state registration by MFEs will be optional. This grace period will end on December 31, 2019. 1. MFEs: In 2019, MFEs may renew their municipal permits under the old requirements and operate under those municipal permits until December 31, 2019, even after the state registration system is operational with the Department. Starting on January 1, 2020, all MFEs must first obtain Registration from the Department before being eligible for municipal permits.2. Municipalities: Starting on July 1, 2019, municipalities must comply with the maximum fees set forth in § 1.11 of this Part and must accept a Fire Safety Permit from the State Fire Marshal. Municipalities may continue to accept applications under their old requirements during 2019. Starting on January 1, 2020, all municipalities must comply with all requirements of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 5-11.1 and this Part, and have updated all necessary procedures, applications and ordinances.C. This registration does not authorize the sale and/or service of alcoholic beverages.230 R.I. Code R. 230-RICR-30-35-1.4
Adopted effective 7/1/2019