“I think when people drive by it in a boat they’re going to be pleased,” said Raymond Code Enforcement Officer Chris Hanson.
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In Camden, a story of wealthy neighbors, ocean views and over $1.7 million in fines
An unusual case in Midcoast Maine, which involves feuding landowners and a town-owned beach, is still unfolding. It all started with a pesticide.
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Sebago Lake property owner to pay over $650,000 in shoreland zoning violations settlement
Auburn businessman Donald Buteau and two contractors admit to outstanding violations and agree to pay town of Raymond $650,000 in addition to restoration costs.
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Legislature sends shoreland zoning enforcement bill to Gov. Mills
The governor is expected to sign L.D. 2101 to strengthen shoreland zoning enforcement — inspired by a series of violations at a property in Raymond owned by an Auburn businessman.
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Maine Legislature passes shoreland zoning bill giving municipalities ability to enforce and remediate violations
The legislation gives enforcement authority on new permits, restoration of shoreland and allows municipalities and Land Use Planning Commission the right to place a lien on property with unresolved violations.
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Town of Raymond reaches settlement with Donald Buteau over shoreland zoning violations on Sebago Lake
Details of the settlement will not be fully revealed until a Select Board meeting April 4.
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Towns ask Legislature to give them ‘teeth’ to deal with violators of shoreland laws
Sebago Lake case involving Auburn businessman spurs bill giving towns more tools to force compliance with state laws.
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Impasse over shoreland zoning violations at Sebago Lake leads to legislative action
State Sen. Tim Nangle sponsored two bills to offer relief to municipalities, plus the ability to deny permits to applicants with unresolved shoreland zoning violations.