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Federal government to increase number of inspectors trained to spot rail bridge concerns
DOT will train 163 track inspectors to increase the number of people who know how to spot critical problems with railroad bridges, but the railroads themselves will still be responsible for inspecting their own bridges.
Multifamily developer closes on Portland property
A local developer has closed on a Southeast Portland property and plans to build two multifamily buildings with 204 apartments.聽
August sizzles, then sputters. Uncertainty about Federal Reserve independence roils markets | Opinion
August saw record highs for stocks and gold as Fed independence faced political pressure, driving volatility and investor focus on diversification.
Bremik Construction Inc.: University of Oregon – Friendly Hall
UO Friendly Hall includes deferred maintenance (MEP), seismic safety and historic preservation upgrades; interior renovation; building addition; and site modifications to an existing building on the University of Oregon-Eugene Campus, originally built in 1893.
Portland weighs suspension of building upgrade rules
Portland may suspend building upgrade requirements through 2029 to cut permitting delays and costs, aiming to streamline development approvals.
Artificial intelligence, accuracy and the Shaboozey shuffle | Opinion
What can firms do when GenAI hallucinations seem real? They can create a process to help minimize exposure through a five-step process.
Oregon wood treater fined for polluting river
Stella-Jones pleaded guilty to polluting Oregon鈥檚 South Yamhill River, facing fines and cleanup costs after years of violations and warnings.
Stacy & Witbeck Inc: ODOT 鈥� Project #15612 Portland Metro Area ADA Curb Ramps
We are bidding the referenced project as a prime contractor and are soliciting subcontractor bids from qualified firms.
Slayden Constructors: Brooks Hopmere Water System Improvements 鈥� GMP
Brooks Hopmere Water System Improvements 鈥� GMP
LMC Construction: Salishan/Hillside
LMC Construction is soliciting proposals for the Salishan and Hillside affordable housing renovation located in Tacoma, Washington.
Copper, lumber drive rising construction costs
Construction costs rose 2.7% in Q2, led by higher prices for copper and lumber. Data center demand fuels growth, but tariffs pose risks.
72-unit multifamily housing in Portland land use review intakes | Sept. 1, 2025
A weekly list of highlights from commercial land use review activity in Portland by Permitting & Development in the prior week. Type 2x procedure (planned development review) 鈥� pending聽 聽 […]
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 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
