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Blog: yellow vests and land use policies
Several years ago I wrote a blog for the 91视频 about the suburbanization of France, and its potential for negative impacts on the quality of life in the country鈥檚 small […]
Blog: the pros and cons of YIMBIism
Last time I discussed the likely zoning changes of Portland鈥檚 anticipated Residential Infill Project (RIP). Recently I also discussed California鈥檚 proposed Senate Bill 827, which would have essentially opened up […]
Blog: single-family zoning RIP?
There are several long-awaited zoning proposals that are about to emerge from the planning process and head to hearings and potential adoption at Portland City Council. Two closely related projects […]
Blog: The economic case for compact development
Last time, I discussed the importance of addressing climate change locally through land use and transportation planning and making effective decisions that will lead to long-term reductions in greenhouse gases. […]
Blog: Planning has a critical role to play in carbon reduction
Portland, and Oregon generally, are in the forefront of national efforts to address climate change, and the upcoming legislative session鈥檚 anticipated carbon reduction bill is critical to taking the next […]
Blog: planning and sustainability
So often in the routine of daily planning work its true intent and purpose gets lost 鈥� to articulate a long-term future for a community that will help it prosper, […]
Blog: equity and single-family zoning
In the past few years there has been a great deal of discussion in the planning world, and by other observers, about housing equity. Most people have become familiar with […]
Blog: Implementing the Green Loop
One of the most interesting features of the Central City 2035 Plan recently adopted by the city of Portland is the Green Loop. It will become a six-mile linear pedestrian/bicyclist/park […]
Blog: What does land use have to do with climate change?
When people think about responses to climate change they usually focus on changing our major energy sources from fossil fuels to renewables, and other ways to directly reduce greenhouse gases […]
Blog: Will autonomous vehicles make cities more people-friendly?
Last time, I mentioned autonomous vehicles (AVs) in a discussion about the future of transit systems. A number of articles and conferences have fostered a debate about their impact on […]
Blog: Transit vs. autonomous vehicles?
There has been a lot of buzz lately about autonomous vehicles (AVs) and what impact they鈥檒l have on the transportation world. The one sure thing is that when they do […]
Blog: The problem with ‘wildland-urban interfaces’
This season has once again become a summer of wildfires, which are more than ever a major problem. So what does that have to do with planning?
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
