R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-27.3-114.3.1: Drawings and specifications.

Within three (3) months after the adoption of any amendment to this code, the owner or the owner’s agent shall notify the building official that the drawings and specifications for a project are based upon the provisions of the code in effect prior to the latest amendment. The building official may require submission of the drawings and specifications, although incomplete. The owner shall then be allowed to obtain a permit when the drawings and specifications are completed, based upon the prior code provisions.