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Portland leaders seeking housing ahead of light-rail development
The city of Portland may order a housing development feasibility study along the route of a future MAX light-rail line in the southwest metro area.
Urbanism Next examining future of city planning
Urbanism Next, a University of Oregon initiative, is using a $1 million grant to establish a new center, expanding on work to examine the changes that could come with growth of autonomous vehicles, e-commerce and the sharing economy.
State commission backs comprehensive plan
Portland鈥檚 2035 Comprehensive Plan is one step closer to taking effect after a favorable ruling last week from the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission.
UPDATED: BPS recommends changing inclusionary housing rules
A year after inclusionary housing rules took effect, a key Portland agency is providing support for developers鈥� complaints that the rules have dramatically reduced new multifamily housing proposals in the fast-growing city.
Inclusionary housing rules may soon affect condos
A year after inclusionary housing rules took effect, they are being reassessed by the Portland Housing Bureau.
Portland launches energy score requirement for home sales
Portland has become the first city in the United States to require sellers of single-family homes to disclose an energy score.
Residential density: a burgeoning conflict
As Portland officials continue to take steps to govern infill development, homeowners express their concerns.
Store’s upcoming closure may present sizable opportunity
The sprawling Fred Meyer store at Southeast 82nd Avenue and Foster Road will soon close, potentially opening a significant redevelopment opportunity in the fast-changing neighborhood.
Delay likely for comprehensive plan implementation
The city of Portland is poised to delay implementation of its 2035 comprehensive plan until May 2018 to allow time for state appeals to run their course.
Residential Infill Project work continues
Work within Portland bureaus to achieve goals set forth in the city鈥檚 Residential Infill Project is proceeding, and the Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday was given a chance to weigh in.
Design review changes: a plan for action
A long, twisting road lies ahead for implementation of Portland's Design Overlay Zone Assessment recommendations.
Apartment developers find a fit with 19 units
Portland planning officials are watching carefully to see whether multifamily developers are avoiding providing affordable apartments by keeping the number of units just under the 20-unit threshold.
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
