Property taxes
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2020
Our View: Time for Maine Legislature to shine light on ‘dark store theory’
Lawmakers should address a property-tax loophole that favors big-box retailers.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2020
Report questions effectiveness of Maine tax incentive programs
Maine's business equipment tax reimbursement and exemption programs are costly for municipalities and don't appear to be effective at getting businesses to invest more in new equipment.
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PublishedFebruary 12, 2020
South Portland residents urged to review property cards
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PublishedFebruary 10, 2020
Bill would prohibit a common property tax appeal by big-box retailers
Large retailers have been pressuring Maine communities to lower their property taxes based on hypothetical arguments about the properties' resale value.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2020
Senior tax relief program opens soon
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PublishedJanuary 13, 2020
Freeport considers tax break for L.L. Bean headquarters expansion
The retailer is requesting a $10 million tax increment financing district that could help offset its future property tax costs and fund community projects.
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PublishedDecember 30, 2019
Falmouth seeking input on revaluation costs
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PublishedNovember 5, 2019
Portland assessor: Citywide revaluation is a time to ensure property-tax fairness
Benefits of the reassessment process include a decrease in taxes for some (yes, really) and an increase in Homestead Exemption relief.
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PublishedOctober 24, 2019
Senate Democratic leaders: The Fighting for Maine Agenda is about putting Mainers first
We're focusing on health care, property taxes, energy independence and giving workers a fair shake.
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PublishedOctober 24, 2019
Maine Voices: Portland should work toward new vision for developing housing
Viable ideas include setting up a revolving loan fund, encouraging a multifamily approach and building off-peninsula.