zoning Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Our View: Every Maine community has to pitch in on affordable housing

by The Editorial Board July 1, 2021July 5, 2021

At a time of skyrocketing rents and home prices, residents have a responsibility to support more construction.

by Jim Fossel May 23, 2021May 22, 2021

Towns and cities already have the tools they need to regulate short-term rentals.

by Kara Wilbur and Eric Freeman Special to the Press Herald April 28, 2021April 28, 2021

It will help Portland move toward a housing and transit future that supports all people and makes the heart of our downtown more vibrant.

by Nancy Smith Special to the Press Herald April 22, 2021April 21, 2021

Critical to success are multiple-community planning and engagement as well as local leadership.

by Wendy Cherubini and Liz Trice Special to the Press Herald April 1, 2021March 31, 2021

Strengthening the process Portland is using to update its land-use code is a better way to address concerns about housing, equity and sustainability.

by The Editorial Board March 28, 2021March 27, 2021

Combining reform of local land-use ordinances with beefed-up public transportation, the Portland area could meet some difficult challenges.

by John Rudoy Special to the Press Herald February 9, 2021February 8, 2021

A Bay Area transplant’s advice: Demand is real. Supply matters. Econ 101 is for college freshmen. Assume good intent.

by Deborah and Peter Murray Special to the Press Herald November 10, 2020November 9, 2020

It will preserve our heritage for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike as well as for future generations.

by Ronald Gan Special to the Press Herald July 24, 2020September 14, 2020

ReCode itself needs to be revised to prioritize the need to repurpose land for housing.

The City Council got its first look at the proposal during a non-voting workshop Thursday.