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In Europe and elsewhere, data centers not always welcome
While one project has turned an English village into a political battleground, concerns about facilities鈥� energy use persist.
$15.8 million building renovation in Portland building permits | Nov. 4, 2024
An alteration permit is under inspection for a tenant improvement involving installation of a new emergency generator and a 30,000-gallon, below-ground fuel tank.
School modernization project in Portland land use review intakes | Nov. 4, 2024
A pre-application conference is being sought for the project to update Jefferson High School in North Portland.
Engineering consulting company acquires Pacific Northwest firm
DKS Associates, a transportation planning and engineering consulting firm, has acquired Six Mile Engineering, a provider of transportation and traffic engineering consulting services in Idaho.
J.W. Fowler Company: E11004 Carolina Trunk Rehabilitation Project, CM/GC
SUB BIDS REQUESTED E11004 Carolina Trunk Rehabilitation Project, CM/GC Southwest Portland, OR Bids Due: December 20, 2024 @ 3:00 pm Owner: City of Portland, Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) CDIP […]
On the Boards: Astoria Public Library renovation
The Astoria Public Library will soon have twice as much usable space 鈥� a total of approximately 18,000 square feet 鈥� following conversion of its basement.
Near site of catastrophe, residents hope for help
A historically Black community is grappling with the lasting impacts of a bridge collapse and seeking attention from government officials.
$6.4 million in top bidders | Nov. 1, 2024
Portland State University has awarded a $1.5 million contract for an elevator modernization project.
Home finally found for Portland public market
The James Beard Public Market will occupy a building in downtown Portland, its parent organization announced on Monday.
From the mound to the workplace: a tipped pitch’s value | Opinion
For employers, there is no way of knowing what the legislature, governmental agencies, employees, or competitors may throw your way next. That is why it is important to listen and take advantage of the moments when the 鈥減itch鈥� is tipped.
Portland opens door for unlimited building heights
The city of Portland has agreed to amend its planning and zoning code to comply with state requirements to allow adjustments to a range of development standards, especially where housing is proposed.
Big goals established for Shortstack projects
As one affordable homeownership development advances in Milwaukie, others are on track in the Portland-metro area.
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
