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Multnomah County launches zoning maps website
Property developers familiar with www.portlandmaps.com might want to take note of Multnomah County鈥檚 newest property mapping tool.
Designers to get schooled in 2030 Challenge
Architects, engineers and builders on Feb. 10 will kick off a yearlong course to focus on the ambitious energy-efficiency goals of the 2030 Challenge.
Design for Pearl District hotel doesn’t impress city design commission
It might be back to the drawing board for the team designing the Marriott Residence Inn in the Pearl District.
Real estate investor roundtable held in Portland
John W. Mitchell, a principal at M & H Economic Consultants, and Sam Rodriguez, vice president of development at Mill Creek Residential Trust, gave keynote addresses on Wednesday at an investor roundtable hosted by HFO Investment Real Estate at the Multnomah Athletic Club.
Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail opposition takes to the courts
Clackamas County voters may see a ballot measure to refuse $25 million in light rail funding next May.
The buzz about Besaw’s
Fans of Besaw’s can relax. The venerable restaurant is staying put. Some time ago the property was acquired by the Vancouver-based C.E. John Properties, and there was some uncertainty as […]
Oregon small business gets $16.5M as start of a predicted 18 percent growth
A federal fund is aimed at boosting Oregon business, as the OED predicts growth over the next decade
Pearl District seeing several new developments
Pearl District development is on the rebound with low-income and long-term lodging plans, as well as renovation of vacant structures.
Another big residential project planned for North Williams
Jack Menashe proposes a four-story, 76,866-square-foot building will have 84 residential units, ground-floor retail space and on-site parking for 66 vehicles, some of which will be condensed by a machine that can stack cars.
Oregon land-use board says ‘no’ to paintball in Canby
Lila Gottman is fed up, and I don't blame her. For years, Lila and Curtis Gottman have fought with Clackamas County over a series of changing rules that govern a paintball park they run on their property near Canby, about halfway between Portland and Salem.
Pearl District rental rates are too low for Denver developer
A new Pearl District tower has been halted after the developer pulled out due to the average rental rate for the area.
Why does Portland have so many dogs? Good urban planning
Portland is awash in dogs. We have a cupcake shop that makes doggy cakes. The North Park Blocks have a Benson Bubbler-esque dog bowl water fountain. Four-footed things that go "woof" are everywhere. So what鈥檚 this mean? Well, it鈥檚 yet another indicator that Portland has historically been pretty good at urban development.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- 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
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
