housing
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PublishedJune 21, 2023
Brunswick approves new affordable housing rules amid ‘crisis’
Brunswick officials approved an inclusionary zoning ordinance that requires new housing developments with more than 15 rental units to have at least 15% set aside for affordable housing.
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PublishedJune 11, 2023
Augusta officials, building owners reach deal that highlights difficulty of providing safe, affordable housing in city
Code violations at the Edwards Inn at 53 Water St. have prompted discussion about code violations and providing much-needed low-income housing in Augusta.
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PublishedJune 8, 2023
Sea rise, extreme temperatures expected to send more people to inland Maine, climate expert says
Nathan Phillips, a professor at Boston University, told an audience at a two-day conference in Skowhegan this week that rising sea levels and temperature extremes in the South will displace millions and force migration inland and to the North.
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PublishedJune 6, 2023
Brunswick officials plan carrot-stick approach to affordable housing
A proposed ordinance would require some rentals be priced cheaper and incentivize developers to build more if units are priced affordably.
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PublishedMay 18, 2023
Could Maine’s college dorms help solve the homelessness crisis?
A group of advocates and officials said Thursday that they will ask the state to look into opening unused dorms for temporary housing.
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PublishedMay 12, 2023
Additional violations found at Augusta residence where porch collapsed, but tenants allowed to return
The violations are considered common and are not imminently hazardous, said the city's director of code enforcement.
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PublishedMay 3, 2023
Proposal to create lodging for lawmakers criticized as self-serving amid housing crisis
Sponsored by a Portland state representative, the bill aims to save money while providing legislators with a place to stay while doing the public's business in Augusta.
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PublishedMay 2, 2023
Waterville mayor shuts down man who uses ‘vile language’ about English-language learners
Bruce Poulin peppered city councilors and school officials with questions Tuesday about a plan to hire another teacher for English-language learners.
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PublishedApril 30, 2023
Towns challenge new Maine law meant to ease housing crisis
Legislation that promotes accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, statewide is set to take effect July 1. Municipalities say that's not enough time to comply.
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PublishedApril 25, 2023
Tedford Housing receives $10,000 donation for new emergency housing
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