Model Ordinance Drafting for Coastal Communities

The contract aims to develop draft model zoning and land use ordinances tailored for coastal communities in Maine to enhance resilience against environmental threats, particularly those linked to climate change and sea-level rise. These ordinances will be grounded in established project findings and aligned with existing Maine municipal law to ensure legal soundness and practical applicability at the local level. The work will synthesize technical data, regulatory frameworks, and community needs into actionable planning tools that municipalities can adopt or adapt to strengthen land use policies, protect natural buffers, and guide sustainable development in vulnerable coastal areas. The drafting effort is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Bureau of Land Planning, with a submission deadline of June 30, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 541110 indicates the work falls under architectural, engineering, and related services, reflecting the need for expertise in land use planning and regulatory design. Although no specific location or point of contact is provided, the place of performance will inherently focus on Maine’s coastal municipalities, and the deliverables are intended for local government adoption rather than statewide implementation. The output is not a regulation but a set of flexible, legally compliant models to support community-driven resilience planning.