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Office space in Portland leased to US Army Corps of Engineers
Suites L and M of the Ambassador Business Center were recently leased to US Army Corps of Engineers/General Services Administration for $1.95 million. The space totals approximately 8,854 square feet, located at 7515 NE Ambassador Place in Portland.
Famed ‘Goonies’ house for sale in coastal Astoria
Good news for fans of "The Goonies:" the old Victorian home featured in the film is on sale in Astoria, Oregon, and potential buyers are considering making it more accessible to the public.
Construction of homeless camp vote in Portland delayed in angry meeting
City Council members in Portland pushed back a vote on a disputed budget measure that would finance the construction of designated camping areas for homeless people after residents expressed strong opposition during public testimony.
Land use review intakes for Nov. 22, 2022
Early assistance is being sought for a new affordable housing development along Southwest Vermont Street (97219-area code) in Portland.
Environmental groups oppose pipeline expansion in Pacific NW
The U.S. government has taken a step toward approving the expansion of a natural gas pipeline in the Pacific Northwest 鈥 a move opposed by environmentalists and the attorneys general of Oregon, California and Washington state.
Commercial building and facility permits for Nov. 21, 2022
An $800,000 building permit has been issued for Sawbuck, 1795 S.W. Salmon St., Portland. The applicant is Shea Gilligan of Brett Schulz Architecture and the contractor is Bnk Construction.
Mason given director role by Mackenzie
DESIGN Mackenzie has promoted Jan Mason to director of communications and equitable development. In this role, she will expand her ongoing work with economic development practitioners, government staff and officials, […]
Tran-Caffee joins Miller Nash as partner
LAW Miller Nash LLP has added Cozette Tran-Caffee as a partner in its real estate department. She assists public and private clients with all aspects of real estate transactions and […]
Parametrix names Roch茅 senior vice president
ENGINEERING Richard Roch茅 has been promoted to senior vice president at Parametrix. He is responsible for the Oregon and Southwest Washington region, which includes 120 staff in offices in Portland, […]
OP-ED: What to watch for as ALTA policy changes arrive in Oregon
Did you read the title insurance policy jacket from your most recent real estate transaction? If so, it may have looked different.
News
- $431 million infrastructure project proposed in Eugene
- Portland’s Centennial Mills on the verge of demolition
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
Commentary
- Expecting a big bang but witnessing only a whimper | Opinion
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥 the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
















