R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-23.1-5: Matters subject to notification.

Matters subject to notification shall include the following actions to: (a) change the zoning and/or permitted uses of land used for farming; (b) designate or amend the designation of land used for farming in comprehensive plans or land use ordinances; (c) change the manner taxation of real and personal property used for farming; (d) establish or amend programs for the transfer of development rights affecting farming and hours of operation of machinery and equipment used in farming; (e) regulate water use for farming purposes; and (f) control noise and hours of operation of machinery and equipment used in farming.