Bill > LD1662

This bill amends Maine's zoning laws to limit certain residential development requirements to municipalities with populations over 10,000. Specifically, the bill modifies existing statutes to restrict new zoning provisions related to dwelling units and accessory dwelling units only to larger municipalities. For towns with more than 10,000 residents, the law will require zoning ordinances to allow up to 4 dwelling units per lot in designated growth areas or lots served by public water and sewer systems, and permit accessory dwelling units on lots with single-family homes. These requirements will not apply to smaller municipalities, giving them more flexibility in local zoning regulations. The bill essentially creates a population-based threshold for implementing more dense residential development rules, potentially allowing smaller towns to maintain their existing zoning structures while encouraging housing development in larger communities with more infrastructure and growth potential.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1662&snum=132