76 Congress Street theater project

A Munjoy Hill resident living across the street called the fenced site an eyesore, questioned why expiration dates aren't enforced, and argued a 400-seat venue would strain parking in a neighborhood that has changed a lot since 2010.

A project team member described three decades of work preserving the historic property and said the changes create a more compact, financially sustainable project that meets the comprehensive plan.

A performing artist said Portland lacks any mid-sized venue between 100 and 200 seats and urged approval, noting parking went fine during a recent show at Hill Arts.