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Fight over controversial development continues

The University of California, Berkeley, last week walled off a park as it waits for a court decision that could let a student housing project advance.

Notice error dooms state agency’s climate protection rules

Simply engaging in a robust public outreach process with numerous opportunities for engagement was insufficient to substitute for the notice obligations provided in state law.

Portland construction company’s leadership changing

Founder Joe Hughes is stepping down from day-to-day management of Joseph Hughes Construction and Vice President Tom Rue, a longtime employee and owner, is being promoted to president.

Middle housing subdivision in Portland land use review intakes | Jan. 8, 2024

A development team is proposing creation of a four-lot subdivision for construction of housing in North Portland.

$6 million wetlands restoration in Portland building permits | Jan. 8, 2024

A commercial permit was issued for restoration of the Springwater Wetlands in Portland. The project will include grading, landscaping, and construction of a connector trail.

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Gerry Heslin | Cornforth Consultants

Cornforth Consultants has appointed Gerry Heslin as president. He has 27 years of geotechnical experience in the Pacific Northwest.

Tom Westover | Cornforth Consultants

Tom Westover has been appointed vice president of Cornforth Consultants. He has 17 years of geotechnical experience with the firm.

Mike Meyer | Cornforth Consultants

Cornforth Consultants’ outgoing president, Mike Meyer, will transition to a part-time role as staff consultant. He will continue to support clients and mentor Cornforth staff.

A San Francisco icon gains critical additions

After decades of advocacy efforts and years of construction, the Golden Gate Bridge now has nets intended to deter suicide attempts.

Despite a boom in construction, pressures keep a vise on profitability | Opinion

Construction firms that focus their management strategies on business continuity and risk management will be in a position of relative strength to weather the times.