New accessory dwelling unit in Stroudwater Historic District
Portland
Summary
A 680-square-foot accessory dwelling unit is proposed beside a 1795 Federal-style home in Stroudwater Village, one of Portland's most intact historic districts. The question is whether the new building respects the village's early New England character.
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Last discussed Jun 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adding a small rental or family unit could modestly increase the property's use, but no cost figures were provided.
The Robbins family gains a flexible small dwelling on their property; the neighborhood gains infill designed to fit its historic setting.
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