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Headquarters hotel opposition group plans initiative for future projects
The group opposing public financing of a $212 million headquarters hotel project near the Oregon Convention Center says it will launch a Multnomah County initiative campaign to levy a tax on projects receiving public subsidies in the future.
Revamping city bureau to expedite volume
When Portland's Bureau of Development Services received approval 鈥� and funding 鈥� in March to hire 18 new employees, Land Use Division Manager Rebecca Esau knew it would not come in time to stave off the department's summer rush.
Burnside bridgehead project poised to start
Construction of a $60 million, mixed-use tower at the Burnside bridgehead will begin in August, now that Block 67 LLC has closed on a $1.5 million land purchase.
OP-ED: In letters of intent, be perfectly clear
The economy’s emerging recovery is causing many businesses to increase the pace of their transactions. In the race to show good faith and serious intent to proceed with deals […]
ODOT planning gaps found via state audit
While the Oregon Department of Transportation prepares for an anticipated nosedive in federal funding, it isn't handling 'realities of today,' a state audit found.
Roosevelt High plan coming together
Portland Public Schools' board recently reviewed new schematic designs for a $71M modernization project.
Sitting on acres of 鈥榞old鈥�
A Sheridan business has more than 2 million board feet of reclaimed lumber available.
Legal marijuana business, construction not a good fit
The nascent legal marijuana industry in Washington state is posing legal, financial and logistical issues for contractors.
Drop in transportation funding affecting contractors
State and federal dollars for transportation projects are dwindling, and contractors are noticing. Plus, the situation may worsen.
OP-ED: There is a darker shade of green
Under the current version of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating program (3.0), a few interesting wrinkles should give owners, developers, contractors and subcontractors pause for concern. […]
BIM: the future is here
Industry professionals weigh in on the advantages and challenges of Building Information Modeling.
Hood River waterfront developing
Pent-up demand for industrial space is driving waterfront development in Hood River.
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
