R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-23-27: Applicability.

(a) Sections 45-23-25 — 45-23-74 and all local regulations are applicable to all applications under this chapter.

(b) Plats required.

(1) All activity defined as a subdivision requires a new plat, drawn to the specifications of the local regulations, and reviewed and approved by the planning board or its agents as provided in this chapter; and

(2) Prior to recording, the approved plat shall be submitted for signature and recording as specified in § 45-23-64.