Recent Articles from 91ÊÓÆµ Staff
Projects totaling $3.8 million in top bidders | July 18, 2025
Interwest Construction has won an $867,531 bid for a road widening in Mount Vernon, Washington.
How to repair landslides — one insurance policy at a time | Opinion
If a landowner receives a government order to clean up a landslide on their property, who should pay for it — the property owner or their liability insurer?
Essex General Construction: Pacifica
Project is a multi-building affordable housing development
Skanska: City of Vancouver – Public Works Operations Campus
BP 31A – Early Site Work, BP 31B – Site Retaining Walls
New downtown Portland theaters on the horizon
As much as $650 million is being invested in performing arts facilities on the Portland State University campus, including Broadway-ready theaters, a hotel, and parking.
Multnomah County building permit fee increases approved
The county's Board of Commissioners on Thursday unanimously confirmed 5 percent fee increases for building permits within unincorporated areas.
Construction revival saves Portland housing projects
After the collapse of Seabold Construction, a veteran builder led efforts to revive two stalled multifamily projects in the Albina neighborhood amid tough conditions.
Building Blocks: Dolores affordable housing
The three-story Dolores development will offer 67 affordable housing units in the Tanasbourne neighborhood at Hillsboro’s east end.
Constructing with intention in the Native American community | Opinion
To have the most impact, affordable housing projects should be developed in a manner that enhances community-based engagement and that shares economic benefits, cultural empowerment, and community support.
Southwest Portland office complex changes hands
A two-story, 29,000-square-foot office building has sold for slightly more than $5.7 million.
Swinerton Builders: Hillsboro Police Headquarters Early Civil Work Package Design-Build Soil Improvement Package
The project consists of a 2-story, 70,500-sf mass timber building with related site work for the City of Hillsboro.
Swinerton Builders: Hillsboro Police Headquarters Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)
The project consists of a 2-story, 70,500-sf mass timber building with related site work for the City of Hillsboro.
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















