When transferring real property under its jurisdiction that contains significant archaeologic or other anthropological resources, the state, its agencies, departments, and institutions, may, upon the recommendation of the state historical preservation commission, condition the transfer upon such covenants, restrictions, or other contractual arrangements as will limit the future use of the property in such a way as will protect those resources.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-45.1-8
Conditions upon transfer of property by state
Known as the Antiquities Act
The act spans §§ 42-45.1-1 to 42-45.1-9 (13 sections).
G.L. 1956, § 42-45.1-8; P.L. 1974, ch. 161, § 1.
Official source: Rhode Island General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Rhode Island statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.