Current through November 7, 2024
Section 250-RICR-110-00-8.13 - DwellingsA. Any improvements to existing dwelling units shall not result in a heated living space exceeding 2,000 square feet.B. If there are no existing dwellings on a Farm Property, DEM may designate the farm property as eligible for a maximum of one dwelling unit. The initial farmer-buyer or any subsequent owner may identify the location of a dwelling unit area for the purpose of building a single family house that is limited in size to no greater than 2,000 square feet of heated living space. The proposed dwelling unit area shall be subject to the review and approval of either the DEM if the dwelling unit area is identified by the initial farmer-buyer before the closing or by the ALPC if the dwelling unit area is identified after the initial closing.C. Any dwelling unit shall remain within the restricted area and shall not be subdivided. The parcel as a whole, including the dwelling unit, shall be subject to an Option to Purchase at the Agricultural Value as set forth in § 8.12(B)(5) of this Part.250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-110-00-8.13