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Portland updates zoning code to help infrastructure projects
The Portland City Council unanimously approved code amendments to streamline approvals for infrastructure projects and natural resource management. The changes will take effect July 1.
5 strategies for managing risk tied to liability claims | Opinion
Proactively managing a company鈥檚 liability risk is critical to protecting both one鈥檚 reputation and bottom line. Consider these risk mitigation tips.
Salem-Keizer school district to sell ex-schools, Paulus complex
The district's board will let officials seek sales of Fruitland and Lake Labish elementary schools and the Paulus Administration Complex. Proceeds will go into a fund for special capital projects.
Decades after SB 100, Oregon’s land use mojo is at risk | Opinion
This land use program is why Oregon does not look like New Jersey or California. But that program has slowly been eroded by incremental Oregon legislative action.
Construction costs rise sharply in U.S., Skanska reports
Building industry cost escalation is expected to outpace overall inflation due to tariffs, rising diesel prices and higher interest rates, according to a 2026 report by Skanska.
$8.6 million medical clinic addition in Portland building permits | March 9, 2026
An addition permit is under inspection for improvements to be made at a Kaiser Permanente facility in North Portland.
Student housing project in Portland land use review intakes | March 9, 2026
A type 2 procedure (design review with modifications) is pending for a project in downtown to suit Portland State University.
Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair
Oregon Tradeswomen鈥檚 Career Fair shifts to Portland Expo Center in 2025, expanding access to skilled trades careers for Oregon and Washington residents.
Bremik Construction Inc.: BestCare Redmond 鈥� SUD TI
The project consists of the remodel of an existing residential structure with an approx. 500 SF addition to convert the building into a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment facility
Lease Crutcher Lewis: John McLoughlin Elementary School
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Bremik Construction Inc.: Holcomb ES
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Portland Design Commission OKs Lloyd Center master plan
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday unanimously approved a master plan to redevelop the Lloyd Center mall into a mixed-use neighborhood with housing, retail space and open spaces.
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
