The Maine Floodplain Management Program works with the public, communities and building professionals to reduce the risk of flooding through effective floodplain management and mapping.

The Maine Land Use Planning Commission serves Maine's citizens as the most comprehensive source on the State's important natural features.

The Municipal Planning Assistance Program helps municipalities manage growth to enhance economic development and natural resource protection. In addition to administering Maine's Growth Management Act, program staff regularly provides technical assistance to local and regional planners, other municipal officials and volunteer boards on the development of land-use ordinances, interpretation of state land use laws, the local comprehensive planning process, and numerous other matters. The Municipal Planning Assistance Program also collaborates with other state agencies on the development of policies, rulemaking, comprehensive resource assessments, and other strategic state-level matters..