There are at least a dozen cases across the U.S. of neighbors stepping in to halt development of the bite-size structures.
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Portland’s rent-limit ballot measure conflicts with state evictions law, critics say
They argue that it would keep landlords from quickly removing problem tenants.
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More urgency needed in tackling problem that can seriously harm children – lead paint
It’s a widespread danger and we have the tools to address it, but we need to commit and take action.
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Maine home sales get late-summer boost
Both sales volume and median sale price increased in August from a year earlier.
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Affordable housing in the works for East Bayside, East Deering
The Portland Housing Authority is poised to file plans for 2 projects totaling more than 155 units of housing.
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Developer aims to address need for affordable housing with new apartments in Parkside
Avesta Housing’s $10 million Deering Place would be available to residents with incomes of $20,000 to $40,000, a response to affordability concerns in Portland’s red hot real estate market.
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Evicted without cause and forced to live in shabby room, Portland woman dies alone
Margaret Peters, who was 56, couldn’t find an affordable apartment in the city and ended up in a condemned building that she was desperate to leave.
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Buying into a low-energy subdivision may be too costly for some
Visions of an energy-efficient development shift as buyers balk at the price tag.
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Portland’s tight housing market puts low-income renter in bind
Margaret Peters scrambled to find housing in 2015 after her landlord evicted her to make renovations. Now she’s facing eviction – and poor prospects – again.
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Portland to unveil affordable, energy-efficient apartments
Bayside Anchor’s 45 apartments are rented and the project will be celebrated at a grand opening Wednesday.