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Sponsored by: OTELCO

Architects, planners and developers have long considered the possibility of constructing new high-rise buildings in Maine's cities. Proponents claim the creation of new office space and housing in an urban core reduces the need for fossil-fuel transportation and revitalizes downtown neighborhoods. Critics often say there are more pressing priorities, or object to the loss of open space.

Portland developer Redfern Properties is proposing an 18-story apartment complex in downtown Portland, a project that's in the early stages but could break ground as soon as September. With Maine's housing shortage not letting up, other development could follow.

Would the construction of new, taller residential or commercial buildings benefit Maine's cities?
Yes (65%, 200 VOTES)
No (35%, 107 VOTES)
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Sponsored by: OTELCO

Architects, planners and developers have long considered the possibility of constructing new high-rise buildings in Maine's cities. Proponents claim the creation of new office space and housing in an urban core reduces the need for fossil-fuel transportation and revitalizes downtown neighborhoods. Critics often say there are more pressing priorities, or object to the loss of open space.

Portland developer Redfern Properties is proposing an 18-story apartment complex in downtown Portland, a project that's in the early stages but could break ground as soon as September. With Maine's housing shortage not letting up, other development could follow.

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  • March 15, 2021

    We gain an economy of scale in the construction of larger buildings that also consolidates infrastructure, however it also assumes people are comfortable living and working in that environment. Hopefully we can get there as we emerge from the pandemic.