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Roofing supply company dealt massive fine by Oregon DEQ
A North Portland roofing products manufacturer has been fined $2.1 million for a decade of air quality violations.
Report: Portland residential demolition ordinance a success
A Portland ordinance intended to minimize the spread of hazardous materials during residential building demolitions has been largely effective, according to a new city report.
Huge Portland project ‘closer to tangible action’
Officials are moving forward on Willamette River cleanup; a remedial design contract is to be awarded in October.
Documents filed for distribution center expansion
The Trammell Crow Company is seeking to expand the capacity of the Subaru parts distribution warehouse in Gresham by more than 42 percent.
Jordan Cove project team suffers setback
State regulators have denied the proposed Jordan Cove liquefied natural gas (LNG) pipeline a needed water quality certificate.
Appeal of shelter project goes to Design Commission
Oregon Harbor of Hope is planning to locate its Navigation Center on property near the Broadway Bridge's west end.
Oregon toxic air rules taking final shape
Senate Bill 1541 raised thresholds, but risk assessments of facilities will still need to be conducted.
A vision for 5 million square feet
Officials from Zidell Cos. on Wednesday shared details about development plans for a 33-acre property in Portland's South Waterfront District.
Wheeler: Equity will factor into $146M project
Supporters of Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) were told Wednesday by Portland City Council members that whatever happens, high standards for workforce diversity would apply to a major utility-based construction project now rolling into action.
A solution for two cities
Transporting waste from the Portland Harbor Superfund site to a wastewater lagoon in St. Helens could aid cleanup and spur development.
Metro transfer sites now tougher on asbestos
Beginning April 1, Metro will require proof of asbestos testing at its Metro Central and Metro South transfer sites.
Portland deconstruction law moves ahead
Portland is still on track to become the first city in the country to require deconstruction of some structures.
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
