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Finally, a Portland Maps upgrade
Portland Maps, a GIS website operated by the city, is moving into the era of mobile technology.
Personnel changes ahead for design commission
The Portland Design Commission in the coming months will gain three new members to replace departing ones.
Plans for new South Waterfront towers proceeding
Developers working on Oregon Health & Science University projects in the South Waterfront District have applied to the city for early assistance.
Design advice being sought for micro-housing projects
A Seattle-based company that specializes in micro-housing development has applied for pre-application conferences to discuss designs for two proposed projects in Southwest Portland.
Hitching up another Con-way mixed-use project
Block 290W development will offer approximately 100 housing units and an enclosed public square.
Block 136 project team navigating hurdles
Developers of a pair of proposed Pearl District buildings are moving ahead with site work, though design appeals are impeding anything more.
Church improvements in the works in Southeast Portland
A Southeast Portland parish has plans to build a 650-seat church, offices and additional parking as well as completely renovate an existing building.
More apartments coming to North Portland
A developer has plans to add 104 apartment units in North Portland, slightly south of a 206-unit building under construction.
Aiming to refine project reviews
Aspects of Portland鈥檚 development review procedures are being questioned by City Commissioner Amanda Fritz.
266-unit apartment complex proposed for Southwest Portland
A local developer who owns and manages seven multifamily complexes in the area has plans to add a 266-unit, four-building apartment complex in Southwest Portland.
Assistance sought for Zidell Yards development
The architecture firm working with ZRZ Realty Co. to develop the Zidell Yards on Feb. 9 applied to the city for early assistance with the next phase.
Fore! Industrial park on its way
Plans are moving forward to redevelop 138 acres into a mix of industrial space and open space.
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
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- 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
