The Opportunity Alliance is still trying to help hundreds of renters and temporary hotel guests who are losing federal rental assistance just as winter arrives.
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Incoming Community Concepts CEO looks to ‘chart a path forward’
James Martin aims to build upon the organization’s recent work to respond to issues exacerbated by the pandemic, including a lack of affordable housing.
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Legislative leaders vow to tackle housing crisis
Democratic leaders in the House of Representatives and Senate say the state’s housing crisis, coupled with the loss of federal funding for rental assistance, must be a priority for the incoming Legislature.
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Coalition of towns hopes to raise money to house asylum seekers
The Greater Portland Council of Governments is trying to fundraise $2 million for a 200-unit transitional housing community.
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Brunswick to buy land for $4 million, preventing controversial housing development
Backed by both housing and environmental advocates, the Brunswick Town Council Monday approved a nearly $4 million land purchase that could affect the town’s landscape for decades to come.
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UMaine unveils house made with giant 3D printer
The 600-square-foot house, named BioHome3D, is seen as an environmentally friendly solution to the affordable housing crisis.
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As housing prices surge, rent control is back on the ballot nationwide
Supporters say rent control policies on the Nov. 8 ballot are the best short-term option to dampen rising rents and ensure vulnerable residents remain housed.
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Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates up another quarter point
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the key 30-year rate climbed to 6.92% from 6.66% last week.
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MaineHousing halts rental assistance program
The agency is waiting to see if the federal government will approve additional funding.
Posted inMaine, News
Proposal for housing on Augusta’s Western Avenue approved, awarded 30-year tax break
Developer of Stevens Commons in Hallowell plans to build a 38-unit apartment building at 99 Western Ave. in Augusta.