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However, the report's authors raised a red flag for Maine's housing situation, citing a lack of affordable homes and rental properties. The estimated percentage of households that can't afford the ...
Mar. 15—AUGUSTA, Maine — A top legislative Democrat significantly watered down his signature housing bill on Monday, potentially paving the way for a compromise on changes to zoning laws ...
Dec. 5—AUGUSTA, Maine — Maine has advanced a housing policy agenda that would be among the most aggressive in the nation in addressing soaring costs, but it faces a difficult path in a state ...
In her speech she explained, "America was facing an affordable housing crisis before this pandemic hit. With so many families struggling as a result of the pandemic, we are now on the precipice of an eviction and homelessness crisis like we’ve never seen in our lifetimes." The bill passed in the House of Representatives. [84] [14] [85]
Mar. 23—A measure that calls for creating a committee to study how local land-use and zoning laws affect affordable housing development got a positive reception from a legislative panel Monday.
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Volk was known as a moderate Republican who worked across the aisle on many issues, including tax reform [4] and affordable housing issues, including consistent funding for Maine homeless shelters and lead abatement. In 2016, Volk received the Elizabeth H. Mitchell Housing Leadership Award from the Maine Affordable Housing Coalition. [5]
May 11—A bill to spur construction of affordable housing by improving procedures at local land-use boards has risen from the legislative ashes as part of a so-called "Christmas-tree bill." The ...