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Hilary Dorsey is a reporter for the Oregon Daily Journal of Commerce, covering architecture, construction and engineering news. She received a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Oregon in 2018. Before joining the Oregon 91视频, she was the reporter/editor of The News Guard, and previously worked as a reporter for sister paper the Tillamook Headlight Herald.
She can be reached at [email protected] or 503-802-7240.
Recent Articles from Hilary Dorsey
Construction
August 7, 2026
Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
The resolution approved by the county's board of commissioners includes conditions on funding sources, community commitments, and project oversight.
News
August 7, 2026
Portland code changes to take effect in November
The Regulatory Improvement Code Amendment Package (RICAP) 11 is intended to streamline zoning across the city.
Architecture and Engineering
August 7, 2026
Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
The proposal for a five-story, 100-unit building received the Portland Design Commission's approval on Thursday. Funding isn't secured yet for the approximately $36 million project.
Construction
August 3, 2026
31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
Early assistance is pending for a mixed-use development in Southeast Portland. Plans call for apartments above ground-floor commercial space.
Construction
August 3, 2026
$2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
An alteration permit is under review for a tenant improvement to suit Autodesk in Portland's Slabtown neighborhood.
News
July 31, 2026
Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
The company's investment would include expansion of its operations with a new research and development facility. Oregon鈥檚 Strategic Investment Program would provide a property tax abatement.
News
July 27, 2026
DCI International buys industrial property in Wilsonville
The acquisition, facilitated by Newmark Real Estate, will allow the dental equipment manufacturer to consolidate its regional operations into a single manufacturing hub and new headquarters.
Construction
July 27, 2026
$5.1 million school improvement in Portland building permits | July 27, 2026
An alteration permit was issued for redevelopment of the Jackson Middle School track and field facility, in the West Portland Park neighborhood.
Construction
July 27, 2026
Williams & Russell project in Portland land use review intakes | July 27, 2026
A type 2 procedure (design review with modifications) is pending for construction of a three-story, 21,646-square-foot building featuring cross-laminated timber.
Construction
July 23, 2026
272-unit student housing project progressing near UO in Eugene
Landmark Properties of Athens, Georgia and CrossHarbor Capital Partners of Boston are leading development of a large building on property that formerly held a PeaceHealth hospital.
Construction
July 20, 2026
MEP and electrical improvements in Portland land use review intakes | July 20, 2026
A type 2 procedure (design review) is pending for a project on West Burnside Street involving the reconfiguration of an interior data hall and supporting mechanical and electrical rooms.
Construction
July 20, 2026
$2.5 million school upgrades in Portland building permits | July 20, 2026
An alteration permit is under review for work to accommodate HVAC and electrical upgrades at Powell Butte Elementary School in Southeast Portland.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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 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
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
