Rhode Island General Laws Title 44. Taxation § 44-3-61. Homestead exemption in the town of West Greenwich

Notwithstanding any other provisions of the general or special laws to the contrary, the town council of the town of West Greenwich is authorized to annually fix the amount, if any of a homestead exemption with respect to assessed value from local taxation on taxable real property used for residential purposes in the town of West Greenwich and to grant homestead exemptions to the owner or owners of residential real estate in an amount not to exceed forty percent (40%) of the assessed value. The exemption only applies to property used exclusively for residential purposes, and improved with a dwelling containing less than five (5) units. In order to determine compliance with the homestead exemption as outlined in this section, the town council shall provide by ordinance rules and regulations governing eligibility for the exemption established by this section.