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PublishedApril 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.
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PublishedApril 24, 2023
Cities reviving downtowns by converting offices to housing
A growing number of developers are considering converting empty office towers into housing as part of an effort to revive struggling downtown business districts that emptied out during the pandemic
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PublishedApril 11, 2023
Waterville Planning Board cites benefits of multimillion-dollar housing project
Head of Falls Village would include two buildings with a total of 63 housing units at the corner of Temple and Front streets.
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PublishedApril 10, 2023
Waterville Planning Board to review latest proposal for apartment complex along Front Street
The board is expected Tuesday to hear preliminary plans for Head of Falls Village, which would include more than 60 apartments.
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PublishedApril 9, 2023
Our View: Showtime for ‘housing first’ model across Maine
A tried and tested solution to chronic homelessness can transform the lives of otherwise vulnerable Mainers. It’s up to us to believe in it and advocate for it in full.
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PublishedApril 7, 2023
Legislators ponder bill that would let many Maine renters keep pets
Committee hears strong opinions pro and con on a measure that would force many landlords to allow dogs, cats and other pets.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2023
Waterville Planning Board to again consider rezoning change for former Sacred Heart rectory
The Planning Board must consider Tuesday whether to recommend to the City Council if the rezoning should be allowed so Ware-Butler Building Supply can put business offices at the former Sacred Heart Church rectory on Pleasant Street.
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PublishedMarch 24, 2023
Housing advocates urge state to ban application fees for renters
Supporters say axing the fees will make it easier for people to find housing in a tight rental market
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PublishedMarch 23, 2023
State awards $4 million for proposed 280-bed emergency shelter in Portland
The nonprofit Center for Regional Prosperity is collaborating with developers to convert a Blueberry Road site into a 280-bed facility.
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PublishedMarch 21, 2023
Waterville City Council approves housing rental registration ordinance
Councilors met Tuesday to OK the ordinance, which officials say is necessary to ensure rental properties are safe for tenants, and also signed off on a $200,000 grant for the demolition of buildings at the intersection of Front and Temple streets downtown.
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