Case study: Incremental victories with zoning reform in Auburn, Maine
Auburn, Maine decided scarce housing was holding the city back; what they did has lessons for communities of every size.
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304 S. Jones Blvd #2826
Las Vegas NV 89107
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304 S. Jones Blvd #2826
Las Vegas NV 89107
(702) 608-2046
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
info@better-cities.org
Auburn, Maine decided scarce housing was holding the city back; what they did has lessons for communities of every size.
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