Resident urges 'cottage' starter-home development and regional planning coordination
Aug 6, 2026
Aug 6, 2026
A public commenter described cottage-style starter homes seen in other cities and urged Strafford County and its municipalities to consider zoning and planning changes to enable smaller, more affordable starter homes.
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During the public-comment period, Susan urged commissioners to consider smaller "cottage" starter homes and redevelopment patterns from other cities as a tool to expand homeownership for younger residents.
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