PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • June 14, 2022
The Portland City Council is considering repealing development restrictions on Munjoy Hill that were put in place before the creation of a new historic district last year eased concerns about the need to slow down demolitions and preserve the existing character of the area. Councilors met Monday to hear from planning department staff about the proposal to eliminate the Munjoy Hill Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District, which was recommended by the planning board 7-0 in February.