Recent Articles from 91ÊÓÆµ Staff
Southern Oregon property fetches $2.29 million
Rice Hill Inn, a 48-room motel on 1.7 acres in Oakland, has sold after a competitive process, according to Marcus & Millichap, which represented the buyer and seller.
Portland Timbers buy Beaverton training facility site
The professional soccer club is preparing to upgrade the 13-acre property, which includes a 90,000-square-foot building it previously shared with its landlord.
Oregon employers dealt new restrictions in the hiring process | Opinion
House Bill 3187 prohibits employers from requiring or requesting disclosure of certain age-related information while applicants are in the beginning phases of a hiring process.
Building Blocks: The Jade Apartments
A multifamily development under construction in Southeast Portland will offer 40 affordable housing units in the Jade District.
New Beaverton High School on track to arrive in 2026
The $253 million facility is being built to modern seismic standards next to the existing high school in downtown.
Grants Pass settles lawsuit on homeless camping sites
The city of Grants Pass will provide 150 ADA-compliant camping spaces in a settlement with Disability Rights Oregon over rules for homeless camping.
Coastal restoration projects fight climate change risks
From Louisiana to California, U.S. coastal communities are restoring marshes, reefs and beaches to combat rising seas and stronger storm surges.
Plug-in solar panels gain traction as rooftop credits end
Affordable, small-scale solar systems are gaining popularity in the U.S., offering simple installation and lower energy bills.
$2.7 million airport improvement in Portland building permits | Aug. 18, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for a revolving door rehabilitation project at Portland International Airport.
Mixed-use development in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 18, 2025
A pre-application conference is being sought for a proposal to construct in Northeast Portland a building with residential units, a grocery store and parking.
Wired for Efficiency: How the Pacific Northwest is Rethinking the Way It Builds
Energy efficiency is transforming Pacific Northwest commercial construction with renewable integration, electrification and advanced energy systems.
News
- $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
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- 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 — 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
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion

















