New shoreline access disclosure law

In late June 2023, a new law gave members of the public the right to access private beaches up to ten feet above the “recognizable high tide line.” In 2024, legislation was filed to require sellers to notify buyers of the public’s shoreline access rights to make sure...

New law increases notice period for rent increases

Rhode Island’s Legislature recently concluded their 2024 session, in which they approved a new law that will increase the amount of notice that a landlord must provide a tenant before a rental increase takes effect. The Governor signed the law on 6/24/24, making...