30-A M.R.S. §4323: Local authority for growth management

Through the exercise of its home rule authority, subject to the express limitations and requirements of this subchapter, every municipality may:

1. Planning. Plan for its future development and growth;

2. Growth management program. Adopt and amend local growth management programs, including comprehensive plans and implementation programs, consistent with the procedures, goals and guidelines established in this subchapter; and

3. Other. Do all other things necessary to carry out the purposes of this subchapter.