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City officials seeking money to revitalize plaza
O鈥橞ryant Square, in downtown Portland, remains closed. But a potential $5 million federal grant could help spur redevelopment.
Cooperative development named Vanport Building
Portland State University and its partners have named a new building in memory of a tragic chapter in the region鈥檚 history.
Portland poised to loosen review process for some projects
The Portland City Council on Thursday agreed to adopt changes to zoning rules that will exempt some affordable housing projects from lengthy Design Commission reviews.
Portland council on verge of voting to extend development deadlines
The Portland City Council is poised to approve a package of deadline extensions that would give developers and construction firms more time to break ground on projects.
A city effort to ‘cut through some red tape’
A proposed Portland ordinance, on the verge of approval, would help community-based organizations add affordable housing on their properties.
Development on track for ex-farmland in Portland
The Portland City Council gave the go-ahead for city bureaus to continue working with private landowners to develop one of the largest remaining unbuilt parcels in the city.
Portland may step further away from demolition
A unique ordinance requiring deconstruction of older houses in the city of Portland is likely to soon become more expansive.
Offices, classrooms, a dental clinic and more
A former surface parking lot on the Portland State University campus is quickly becoming a seven-story, 175,000-square-foot mixed-use building.
Portland zoning plan undergoes scrutiny
A proposal to encourage development of more densely built apartments in certain areas of Portland encountered a somewhat mixed reception by the City Council.
Where historic preservation and housing density collide
A Portland zoning policy proposal is generating concern among Historic Landmarks Commission members.
A new, denser era for housing in Oregon
The Oregon Senate recently passed a sweeping land-use bill that allows construction of duplexes and other small multifamily structures in residential neighborhoods.
Portland eco-roofs standard presenting challenges
Architects looking to circumvent the city requirement, in particular when solar panels are competing for space.
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 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
