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RI S2800
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacob Bissaillon
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AI Summary
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Adds installation of energy storage systems as a qualifying criterion for sale priority when courts order receiver sales of abandoned properties declared public nuisances
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Establishes energy storage systems on abandoned properties (with court findings under § 34-44-4) as by-right permitted uses under local zoning codes, with maximum 65% structural lot coverage
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Expands the Renewable Ready Program to include energy storage systems alongside renewable energy resources on previously contaminated properties as by-right permitted uses
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Deems energy storage systems on abandoned or contaminated properties automatically consistent with municipal comprehensive plans and having no significant negative environmental impacts
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Sets maximum structural lot coverage at 75% for energy storage systems and renewable energy resources on previously contaminated properties
Legislative Description
Provides that energy storage systems located on abandoned or contaminated property be permitted by right as a permitted use and not considered to have negative environmental impacts.
Property
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
3/4/2026