R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-24.3-14: Adoption of plans of inspection.

(a) The enforcing officer is authorized and directed to develop and adopt plans for the inspection of dwelling units subject to the provisions of this chapter, including a plan for the systematic inspection of dwelling units contained in contiguous areas within the corporate unit as may from time to time be designated by the enforcing officer.

(b) Before making inspections within a contiguous area pursuant to a plan authorized in this section, the enforcing officer must advise the organization which represents the property owners and other residents of the contiguous area, if any organization exists.