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Portland Central City code changes in development
Portland planners presented to the Design Commission potential Central City code amendments to boost housing and support downtown revitalization.
Portland’s controversial zoning code changes spark heated discourse amid housing crisis
Tensions ran high during a recent briefing before the Portland Design Commission, where the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) presented proposed zoning code changes aimed at addressing the city's housing crisis.
Portland loosens historic preservation rules
New rules adopted by the city of Portland will make it easier for developers to renovate historic properties while keeping the original structures intact.
New incentives for affordable housing proposed
The Portland City Council next month could vote to direct city staff to create a streamlined bonus system for developers.
Height limit cramping county
Multnomah County Health Department officials want a taller building than Portland zoning allows.
A plan to spur green building
City and county officials this week released a draft of their joint 2015 Climate Action Plan.
Open house Thursday for Southeast Quadrant plan
The public will be able to learn more about planning for the future of the Southeast Quadrant during an open house at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center.
Planners to discuss possible mixed-use zoning tweaks
Portland planners this month will host two public meetings to share potential revisions to city mixed-use zoning designations, development and design standards.
Bidding to redefine Irvington
Some Irvington residents want their properties' inclusion in the historic district reversed.
Advocating for reduction of construction waste
Portland requires that at least 75 percent of materials from construction projects valued over $50,000 be recycled. But that isn't preventing a lot of items from landing in landfills.
City staffers holding community walks to examine zoning
Portland planners are hosting a series of community walks to gather input for the effort to create new mixed-use zoning designations.
PAE Consulting Engineers lauded for sustainable practices
PAE Consulting Engineers was recognized this week for actively seeking new ways of approaching sustainability in its offices.
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
