If the proposal survives a second vote, the emergency measure would remain in effect through May.
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Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates up another quarter point
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the key 30-year rate climbed to 6.92% from 6.66% last week.
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Our View: Maine can’t let up against unrelenting housing crisis
Gov. Mills and the Legislature have made progress in recent years, but it will take a sustained effort to build enough new units.
Posted inMaine, News
South Portland gives initial approval to allowing more in-law apartments
Accessory dwelling units would be allowed in all single-family residential zones, adding to housing stock where apartments are scarce.
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MaineHousing halts rental assistance program
The agency is waiting to see if the federal government will approve additional funding.
Posted inMaine, News
South Portland Council pushes rent control talks to next year
Tenants and housing advocates fear the sense of urgency to act on the housing crisis has waned, but councilors say that’s not the case.
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Portland City Council weighs options for remaining $11.2 million in COVID relief funds
Funding a proposed affordable housing development in East Deering is a top priority, but they’ll have to act fast.
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A busy week in the push to boost Freeport housing options
A public workshop, a parking ordinance change and the grand opening of The Residences at Crosstree could help Freeport build momentum in its effort to develop more housing and revitalize its downtown, officials say.
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Proposal for housing on Augusta’s Western Avenue approved, awarded 30-year tax break
Developer of Stevens Commons in Hallowell plans to build a 38-unit apartment building at 99 Western Ave. in Augusta.
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Power at Franklin Towers expected to be fully restored by Friday
Residents of the upper floors of the Portland building have been without full power since a thunderstorm on Aug. 26.