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Concrete crews pour it on for mixed-use project
The build-out of Northwest Portland is continuing apace, and general contractor Bremik Construction is doing its part for the six-story Saltwood North project.
Survey reveals industry firms’ optimism, challenges
A large-scale survey of Pacific Northwest real estate and construction professionals found widespread concern with environmental and housing regulation, and health care costs.
A ‘new normal’ for multifamily projects
Some developers are continuing to build small to avoid Portland鈥檚 inclusionary housing requirements.
Another Slabtown project on the rise
Construction is moving ahead on one of the latest projects in Portland鈥檚 Northwest District: Raleigh Slabtown, a six-story mixed-use building.
Row house development runs into length limits
A developer's proposal to build connected row houses in Northwest Portland is facing code challenges.
All in a row in Northwest Portland
A developer is planning to build 14 row houses as part of a mixed-use project on approximately 1.5 acres.
Adjusting to inclusionary housing rules
In at least one case, a single affordable unit in a new development can meet Portland requirements.
Report: Oregon housing production not keeping pace with demand
Housing was underbuilt in Oregon by 155,000 units from 2000 to 2015, according to a new report from ECONorthwest.
Weaving another piece of Con-way Blocks fabric
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday enthusiastically approved a design proposed for Saltwood: a two-building mixed-use project.
Portland developers thinking big
Developers looking to build in Portland are increasingly coming to the same conclusion: In this market, it鈥檚 time to go big or go home.
Development group snaps up ESCO Corp. property
A group of local developers and investors has emerged as the winning bidder for the 22.45-acre ESCO Corp. site in Northwest Portland.
Developers decry last-minute political interference
For developers contemplating multifamily projects in Portland, the City Council鈥檚 appeals process represents a perplexing puzzle.
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
