As the state has confronted a sustained housing crisis, accessory dwelling units have emerged as part of the solution.
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Which housing bills will, won’t or might become law in Maine this year
State legislators weighed in on changes to funding for affordable housing, mobile home parks, construction costs and modular housing in 2026.
Maine home sales, prices stayed level in March
Both sales and prices last month were unchanged from March 2025.
Affordable housing developer proposes 10-unit project in Skowhegan
Portland-based Community Housing of Maine says it was drawn to the town in part because of ongoing economic revitalization efforts.
Fix for gray area in Maine’s modular housing industry dies, leaving uncertainty
A bill to fix an ‘arcane’ code issue in modular housing development failed in committee last month, putting nearly 250 units in limbo and threatening the growing momentum around multifamily modular housing.
Construction starts on Rangeley workforce housing
The development will provide 18 units aimed at full-time residents in a town where short-term rentals rule.
5 takeaways from the new MaineHousing annual report
The report released Wednesday highlighted progress on investments in affordable housing, first-time homeowner loans and efforts to prevent homelessness.
How modular homes can help solve Maine’s affordable housing shortage
Controlled costs, faster construction and customizable plans make modular a sustainable alternative to traditional construction.
See 3 Maine homes with ADUs on the market
A luxury condo in South Portland, a Colonial in Lewiston and a waterfront ranch in West Gardiner offer shared living options across the state.
Renters push for funding for eviction prevention program
A pilot program launched in 2024 helped more than 1,280 households avoid eviction.