As a resident of Yarmouth, I was disappointed by the recent Forecaster article pertaining to the inclusionary zoning proposal in Yarmouth (“Yarmouth moves forward on ordinance to require new affordable housing in town,” Feb. 6). I feel it only covered one side of the issue and, frankly, missed many of the community’s concerns and questions. […]
A proposed ordinance requiring developers to allocate 10% of units as affordable would be predictable and flexible and would equalize opportunity for all residents.
Some on Peaks Island say a proposal to further restrict short-term rentals in Portland will have an outsized impact on the island and seasonal rentals, though supporters of the referendum say it will add to affordable housing.
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