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How could the Kennebunk town referendum affect Crockett?

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The Kennebunk referendum may grant the housing trust town property for affordable housing If Article G passes in the Kennebunk referendum, the town would be authorized to give a portion of town-owned property to the Neighborhood Housing Trust. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing affordable housing in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. Trust Executive Director Larissa Crockett stated that the goal of this referendum was to establish a few affordable single-family homes off Factory Pasture Lane.

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  • Article G would allow the town to give the Neighborhood Housing Trust a portion of town-owned property to turn into affordable housing.pressherald.com
  • The Neighborhood Housing Trust is dedicated to providing affordable housing in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel.pressherald.com
  • Trust Executive Director Larissa Crockett said the goal of the referendum was to establish a few affordable single-family homes off Factory Pasture Lane.pressherald.com

Why it matters

The outcome of Article G is significant for affordable housing efforts in the region. If approved, it provides the Neighborhood Housing Trust with a direct mechanism to acquire town-owned land, which is a critical resource for developing new affordable housing units in Kennebunk and surrounding areas.

This initiative places the Trust at the center of local planning and zoning discussions. The Trust's ability to secure land through this referendum could substantially advance its mission, providing a concrete step toward addressing housing needs in a community that also sees development and zoning changes through other referendum articles.

What we don't know yet

  • What is the specific portion of town-owned property that would be made available?
  • How will the town ensure the property remains dedicated to affordable housing after the transfer?

What would change this answer

Article G passes the November 3rd referendumThe Trust would gain the legal ability to receive town-owned property, immediately advancing its housing development plans.
The town council decides to amend Article G before the voteThe scope or conditions of the property transfer could change, potentially altering the Trust's ability to secure the land.

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