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Affordable housing

Published
May 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.
Published
April 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.
Published
April 26, 2023

Homeless people seek somewhere to camp when Augusta overnight warming center closes

A listening session organized by unhoused people in Augusta prompted discussion of the difficulties of homelessness. Councilors are considering whether to allow tents to be set up on city property.
Published
April 23, 2023

Housing-first strategy ties stable residences with social services

The legislation could be transformative, supporters say, sharply reducing Maine's chronic homelessness.
Published
April 23, 2023

Waitlists grow as developers plan, build and fill affordable housing

Projects across the southern Maine landscape aim to keep up with explosive demand, but advocates say 'we are not creating new affordable homes fast enough.'

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Published
April 20, 2023

Women Build series returns this year to support affordable housing

Women Build is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity to support affordable housing and give women an opportunity to gain experience in construction.
Published
April 11, 2023

‘People just cannot afford to live here’: Proposed Brunswick housing development rules would require affordable units

The Brunswick Housing Committee proposed an inclusionary zoning ordinance that would require a certain percentage of affordable units in new housing projects.
Published
March 28, 2023

Riverton Park public housing complex slated for $60 million redevelopment

The Portland Housing Authority is looking to rehabilitate 21 existing buildings, construct a new four-story 59-unit building and add a new neighborhood center.
Published
March 28, 2023

Cumberland council approves TIF district for affordable housing development

Residents have concerns about the taxpayer impact of the council's overall plan for three housing projects and the resulting influx of new residents when schools are already overcrowded.
Published
March 21, 2023

Three affordable housing projects in the works in Cumberland

The Town Council will outline plans for at least 225 new residential units next week.