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Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
The proposal for a five-story, 100-unit building received the Portland Design Commission's approval on Thursday. Funding isn't secured yet for the approximately $36 million project.
Colas business gains edge for $70M development in Portland
Colas Development Group has been chosen to exclusively negotiate the development of a 150-room hotel and conference center in south downtown Portland.
Ground broken on El Nido housing project in Lake Oswego
The $32 million affordable housing project is being supported by Metro bond money. The building will have 54 affordable units and one manager's unit.
The Hazel Ying Lee Apartments
Hazel Ying Lee Apartments bring 206 affordable homes to SE Portland with award-winning design, family units, and sustainable, community-focused features.Hazel Ying Lee Apartments bring 206 affordable homes to SE Portland with award-winning design, family units, and sustainable, community-focused features.
Topping out three stories of affordable housing
Construction crews are working with two roof types for the Centennial Place development in Southeast Portland.
Restorative justice project coming together
Black-owned firms are spearheading a $71 million effort to develop a high-profile site in North Portland.
Metro-area contractor finds niche as ‘the closer’
A flooring company's owner has gained a strong reputation. Now he is eager to see his business continue to grow.
North Portland project includes affordable housing, theater
The Albina Vision Trust will work with Edlen & Co. to develop in Lower Albina a seven-story building with 120 affordable housing units.
Contractors and others tackle racism, discrimination
More than 400 people recently attended a Zoom meeting led by both Nate McCoy of NAMC Oregon and Mike Salsgiver of AGC's Oregon-Columbia chapter.
Development deal reached for metro-area property
Specht Development and Colas Development Group are teaming up to develop a 48-acre section of the Gresham Vista Business Park.
Contractors look to fight bias with Safe From Hate effort
In May, when a noose was found at the 4th and Montgomery project in downtown Portland, executives at general contractor Andersen Construction remained unaware of the racial intimidation incident for weeks.
Metro ballot measure splits industry
Metro鈥檚 $5 billion transportation measure has emerged as perhaps the hardest-fought local ballot issue, and one that has split real estate and construction interests.
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
