Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-27.3-100.1.7. Effect of local codes--Repeal of local authority

The local building codes and ordinances shall remain in effect until the adoption of the state building code, July 1, 1977, and the local cities and towns shall be prohibited from enacting any local building codes and ordinances in the future. Inconsistent local charter provisions pertaining to the adoption of the codes and ordinances shall be restricted within the intent of this section.