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Rhode Island Rejects Country Club's Seawall Reclassification Bid

1/29/2025

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The Coastal Resources Management Council in Rhode Island has rejected Quidnessett Country Club's bid to reclassify waters adjacent to its illegal seawall. This pivotal decision paves the way for enforcement actions that could result in the wall's removal. Attorney General Peter Neronha condemned the council's previous oversight, calling for reforms to safeguard protected areas from future violations.

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The Coastal Resources Management Council in Rhode Island has rejected Quidnessett Country Club's bid to reclassify waters adjacent to its illegal seawall. This pivotal decision paves the way for enforcement actions that could result in the wall's removal. Attorney General Peter Neronha condemned the council's previous oversight, calling for reforms to safeguard protected areas from future violations.