The projects announced Wednesday would collectively build 92 affordable apartments in Portland, South Portland and Bangor.
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‘Buy America’ rule killing Maine affordable housing, developers say
The federal law passed in 2021 but is only now being applied. It’s setting back projects at a time when the state desperately needs more housing.
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Saco ends mobile home rent moratorium, despite pushback from park residents
The City Council plans to explore other options for rent stabilization but voted Monday to end the months-old moratorium, noting that a majority of Blue Haven Mobile Home Park residents have reached an agreement with the park’s owners.
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Biddeford affordable housing complex to be completed in April
Adams Point will offer affordable, family-sized apartments in a walkable location.
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Gorham officials mull rent control at large mobile home parks
The Town Council has placed a moratorium on rent hikes at large parks beginning March 5.
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We asked all 21 candidates for Maine governor how they would lower costs. Here’s what they said.
Housing, health care and energy prices are the top priorities for almost every candidate, but they’re presenting vastly different ideas for how to address them.
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Saco again extends emergency pause on mobile home rent increases
The owner and residents of Blue Haven Mobile Home Park — whose pleas prompted the moratorium — are in mediation over a long-term resolution. But some councilors want the city to consider broader rent stabilization measures.
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30-unit affordable housing project on Portland’s Munjoy Hill puts city, neighbor at odds
A Cumberland County Superior Court judge is reviewing whether the city’s Historic Preservation Board incorrectly approved the four-story building in 2024.
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Biddeford council votes against moratorium on mobile home lot rent increases
Several residents pleaded with the council to pass the proposal, saying the rising prices — which have more than doubled for some — could force them out of their homes.
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Scarborough officials call for repeal of new housing law
The Town Council and residents are concerned about the town’s ability to slow growth.