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Ordinances

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Two large, metallic rooster statues displayed outside a home in Ogunquit, Maine, symbolizing a local debate over town ordinances and community expression.
Community

Ogunquit Rooster Statues Spark Debate Over Noise Ordinances and Community Values

In the picturesque coastal town of Ogunquit, Maine, a family faced $450 in fines not for a noisy party, but for displaying two 6-foot-tall metal rooster statues outside their home.

Derek Molina·August 4, 2026
A cityscape showing a contrast between modern skyscrapers and older buildings, symbolizing the complex impact of zoning ordinances on property development.
Neighborhoods

What Are Local Zoning Ordinances and How Do They Impact Property Development?

Between 2000 and 2019, 1,136 cities across eight metropolitan regions implemented 180 distinct land-use reforms.

Aaron Blake·June 3, 2026
A diverse neighborhood showcasing a mix of housing types, reflecting the impact of zoning ordinances on urban development and community character.
Neighborhoods

What Are Local Zoning Ordinances and How Do They Shape Neighborhoods?

In 2023, the City of Charlotte's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) began permitting duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes, along with Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), in all residential zones without

Derek Molina·May 29, 2026