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More deconstruction contractors sought
The city will soon certify a new crop of deconstruction contractors under a law championed by former Mayor Charlie Hales and passed near the end of his term.
City preparing deconstruction workforce
Deconstruction 鈥� thoughtfully taking apart a building with an eye toward material reuse 鈥� is not a new idea. But Portland is preparing to make it the new normal.
Portland deconstruction law moves ahead
Portland is still on track to become the first city in the country to require deconstruction of some structures.
Hales pushing for greater use of deconstruction
The Portland City Council on Wednesday will hear a proposal to require deconstruction for some structures.
Deconstruction grants still up for grabs
The city of Portland has around $25,000 remaining in grant money available to people interested in deconstructing their home.
Dismantlement preference issued
The city of Portland is considering a resolution to encourage deconstruction over mechanical demolition in instances when both are options.
Photos: The Rebuilding Center deconstructs Portland building
About 85 percent of the materials from the deconstruction will be reclaimed for reuse, according to Shane Endicott, executive director of The ReBuilding Center.
Developer chooses deconstruction over demolition
Deconstruction is slower and costlier than demolition, but a developer who favors the method for its salvage factor says it's the "right thing to do."
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
