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Oregon lawmakers push UGB exceptions for housing
A bill being discussed by Oregon legislators would allow cities to expand their urban growth boundaries to accommodate more housing.
Salem Health buys former RAM site for parking use
The health care organization paid $1.339 million for the property near Salem Hospital. The new owner intends to use the lot for parking purposes.
Industry-backed research group expands Oregon policy role
The Common Sense Institute is expanding its role in Oregon policy debates, offering data-driven research on the economy, labor and major projects.
Skanska: City of Vancouver – Public Works Operations Campus
MACC #5 Bid Package: BP 03A 鈥� Covered Storage H & J foundations
Brad Iest | Integrus + YGH
Brad Iest recently joined Integrus + YGH as a lead design architect. He has more than 20 years of creative design experience.
Live-work apartments planned for former school in Chambersburg
A former junior high school in Pennsylvania is being redeveloped into mixed-use space with lofts, corporate units, offices and a cafe.
Tyler Dedlow | Whitaker/Ellis Builders Inc.
Whitaker/Ellis Builders has promoted Tyler Dedlow to senior project manager. He has 20 years of experience in the construction industry.
Convenience store proposal in Portland land use review intakes | Feb. 2, 2026
Early assistance is being sought for a proposal to develop property in Northeast Portland, near the intersection of Holman Street and Airport Way.
$5.7 million generator replacement in Portland building permits | Feb. 2, 2026bds
An alteration permit was issued for a project involving installation of a new standby diesel generator at a site in downtown Portland.
Multnomah County green-lights Halsey Street improvements
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners on Thursday adopted plans for a project to create a safer and more accessible three-mile stretch of Northeast Halsey Street.
Microsoft’s plans for 15 data centers approved in Wisconsin
The Mount Pleasant Village Board voted to green-light plans to build 15 data centers 鈥� a $7.3 billion investment bringing years of construction, jobs and tax impact debate.
Federal building in Savannah, Georgia slated for demolition in May
The General Services Administration, as directed by President Trump, is reducing its real estate portfolio. The Juliette Gordon Low Building A became a candidate because of deferred maintenance issues and federal vacancy.
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
