South Portland, ME Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (Housing)

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South Portland, ME Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (Housing)
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(b) The proposed housing or mixed-use development is consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan and neighborhood master plan (if applicable), whether or not
a zoning ordinance amendment is required;

(c) The proposed housing or mixed-use development will address the community’s
identified needs related to affordable housing, e.g., demographic, unit type and
number of bedrooms, safe distance to community facilities, schools, public
services, and access to public transit; and

(d) The developer or agency proposing the project has demonstrated qualifications
and experience with creating safe, quality, and affordable housing, and in the
judgment of the City Council there is a high probability of project success if
LIHTC funding is approved by the Maine State Housing Authority.
Sec. 12-244. City support for affordable housing projects.

The City desires to provide a variety of support to promote the production,
preservation, and rehabilitation of affordable housing in the community. The
following are examples of support the City may provide to affordable housing
projects or programs:

(a) Grants and/or low-interest loans to offset the cost of property acquisition,
development, construction or rehabilitation, or other associated improvements,
financed through the AHTF and/or the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
program;