A proposal by the nonprofit to open new shelters would repeat mistakes of the past.
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Posted inTimes Record
36-home development planned for Brunswick Landing, but some residents worry about impact
The development could bring some much needed ‘affordable’ and workforce housing to the area, but some residents fear it will bring too much traffic and mean the destruction of a well-loved strip of woods.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Council still on the fence over Scarborough senior housing complex
Town councilors understand the proposed new affordable housing project better now, but despite a tight timeline no decisions have been made yet.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Yes, there is a way to create affordable homes for ownership in Portland
A Greater Portland Community Land Trust development will provide ‘missing middle’ housing without city subsidies.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Teetering on the unemployment cliff
What’s keeping workers at home? It’s not a $600 weekly payment – it’s the coronavirus.
Posted inLocal & State
Portland mayor will meet with City Hall campers who have a host of demands
Portland Mayor Kate Snyder wants to listen, but protesters want action, and they say they plan to stay in the plaza until their demands are met.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Portland should consider putting zoning code updates on hold
ReCode itself needs to be revised to prioritize the need to repurpose land for housing.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Scarborough considers $14M affordable senior housing complex
The project, if approved, would be part of the town’s downtown tax increment finance district.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: More federal aid needed to prevent widespread evictions
The steps taken so far have largely worked, but that help will come to an end soon unless Congress acts to support tenants and landlords.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Don’t let COVID-19 cause surge of evictions
Congress must do more to help renters stay in their homes.