Act To Allow Exceptions News Today

A bill to help homeowners afford flood insurance from Sen. Stacy Brenner, D-Scarborough, was signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills on March 16. The bill, LD 1809, "An Act To Allow Exceptions to the Height Limitations under the Shoreland Zoning Laws," will help owners of shoreline property protect their homes and afford flood insurance amid rising water levels.

Stacy Brenner, D-Scarborough, was signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills on March 16. "This bill is about making sure folks can protect their properties as climate change continues to impact our way of life here in Maine, which will be especially important in communities like ours," said Sen. Brenner.

AUGUSTA– On Feb. 16, the Maine Senate passed a bill from Sen. Stacy Brenner, D- Scarborough, with unanimous, bipartisan support. "As water levels continue to rise, affected homeowners will be forced to raise their properties higher off the ground to keep them protected and safe," said Sen. Brenner.