zoning
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PublishedJuly 17, 2024
Biddeford council blocks Domino’s from moving near Pizza by Alex
The current Domino's location is at risk of being demolished to make way for a new intersection.
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PublishedJuly 16, 2024
In Biddeford, 2 pizza joints clash over new location, community culture
The city is tearing down a Domino's to make way for an intersection. Now, the pizza chain might move across the street from where Pizza by Alex has made pies since the 1960s.
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PublishedJune 4, 2024
Portland city staff seek feedback on ReCode zoning changes ahead of votes
A series of open houses and workshops this week is allowing the public a chance to offer suggestions before the proposed zoning changes go to the planning board and City Council.
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PublishedMay 28, 2024
Portland is updating its zoning laws. What does that mean?
Portland has embarked on a yearslong process to update its zoning laws, but what does that mean and why is it taking so long?
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PublishedNovember 12, 2023
Augusta councilors propose allowing recreational marijuana businesses
The city, where only medical marijuana businesses are currently allowed now, may allow recreational retail sales, manufacturing, cultivation and testing.
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PublishedAugust 18, 2023
Commentary: Housing is Fed’s secret weapon in battle against inflation
Shelter costs are on the decline and should keep the central bank from raising borrowing costs much further – if at all.
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PublishedAugust 2, 2023
Commentary: Repurposing land is necessary for Portland’s survival
By consolidating various business and industrial zones into a new, inclusive district, we can unlock the full potential of available land for housing expansion.
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PublishedJune 27, 2023
Town of Raymond asks court to force Auburn businessman to restore Sebago Lake properties
A statement from the town Tuesday cites a lack of response from Auburn businessman and landowner Donald Buteau regarding numerous alleged shoreland violations at his Sebago Lake properties. Buteau says the town has yet to issue him a permit.
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PublishedJune 6, 2023
Brunswick officials plan carrot-stick approach to affordable housing
A proposed ordinance would require some rentals be priced cheaper and incentivize developers to build more if units are priced affordably.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2023
Scarborough zoning map updated to reflect past changes
Scarborough is updating the zoning map after an audit revealed missed updates.