South Portland’s plan for the future envisions what could come after oil tanks

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • November 21, 2025

South Portland has a draft plan for its future, including the land under and around petroleum tank farms as potential sites for business and residential development. The 100-plus page comprehensive plan is the product of years of research, meetings and discussions, and it is not set in stone. The final version, ultimately approved by the City Council, will serve as a guideline for city policy and growth for the next 15 years.