Land use review intakes for Feb. 1, 2021
An application for design advice is pending for input on bridge type options for the replacement of the Burnside Bridge.
City staffers working to reduce pile of permits
Amid the pandemic, Portland’s Bureau of Development Services is seeking to balance both its workforce and its budget.
Commercial building and facility permits for Jan. 25, 2021
A $20.5 million new construction permit was issued for the addition of a four-story, 110-unit apartment building and associated site work in North Portland.
Land use review intakes for Jan. 25, 2021
An application for early assistance is pending for a proposed four-story, 66-unit multifamily building in Southeast Portland.
Land use review intakes for Jan. 19, 2021
An application for early assistance is pending for proposed improvements at school property in Southeast Portland.
Commercial building and facility permits for Jan. 19, 2021
A $5,140,000 grading permit was issued for property in Southeast Portland. Underground reservoirs will be exposed to allow for maintenance; then they will be covered.
Land use review intakes for Jan. 11, 2021
An application for early assistance is pending for construction on a North Portland property. Plans call for building a 123-room hotel and a 4,000-square-foot retail store and gas station.
Commercial building and facility permits for Jan. 11, 2021
A $2.1 million new construction permit is under review for a Northeast Portland property. A five-story, 17-unit apartment building and associated site work are planned.
Commercial building and facility permits for Jan. 4, 2021
A $1 million new construction permit is under inspection for construction of a three-story, 18-unit apartment building in North Portland.
Land use review intakes for Jan. 4, 2021
An application for early assistance is pending for division of a Northeast Portland property into four lots to accommodate future development.
Land use review intakes for Dec. 28, 2020
An application for early assistance is pending for a Property Line Adjustment between 9912 SW 49th Ave. and 9929 SW 48th Ave.
Building permits issued for Dec. 21-27, 2020
A $1,956,260 new construction permit was issued at 4785 NN Lombard St., Portland.
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 — 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











