At stake in the next two months are the votes of frustrated homebuyers and renters in battleground states.
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Developers pitch second condo complex with accessory dwelling units in Portland
GreenMars Real Estate is pioneering a housing model made possible by a state law that encourages denser development.
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Kennebunk OKs short-term rental ordinance
The ordinance, passed by voters in June, will allow homeowners to rent their properties for 15 days or less.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, Politics
Democratic lawmakers, developer endorse Harris’ plans to ease affordable housing crisis
A June poll found that 15% of people surveyed identified housing and affordable housing as a top issue in Maine, ahead of the economy and the cost of living.
Posted inTimes Record
After outcry, Harpswell scales back goals for affordable housing
In response to public outcry, Harpswell’s Affordable Housing Working Group has eliminated several recommendations, including development of housing on town land. Instead, the group is now advising smaller-scale initiatives. In a revised report issued July 17, the working group focused on repurposing existing properties and encouraging the development of lower-cost single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes and accessory dwelling […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Kennebunk Post, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Scarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, The Forecaster
Local housing prices make ownership for many a pipe dream
Housing north of Portland has become too expensive for many people who work in those communities.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Stroudwater Apartments will soon add affordable housing in Westbrook
The four-story, 55-unit complex near downtown Westbrook is nearing completion and is expected to fill up fast.
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Portland council unanimously approves new restrictions on short-term rentals
The City Council also voted to support a new 6-story, 110-unit affordable housing project on East Oxford Street.
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Munjoy Hill affordable housing up for council vote Monday
The Portland City Council will consider two developments in the city – a new proposal and one that failed to pass in July.
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Federal housing voucher program on pause in large swaths of Maine
MaineHousing, which issues one-third of vouchers in the state, and housing authorities in Portland, Westbrook and Brewer have been forced to pause Section 8 vouchers after using up their allotments.