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Portland lags on historic inventory
Portland has not performed a comprehensive update of its inventory of historic properties since the 1980s. As a result, city planning efforts lack information, and potentially historic buildings face risk of demolition.
Kudos to Ladd’s Addition
The American Planning Association has designated Portland's Ladd's Addition neighborhood as one of its 10 Great American Neighborhoods for 2009.
Kudos to Ladd’s Addition
The American Planning Association has designated Portland's Ladd's Addition neighborhood as one of its 10 Great American Neighborhoods for 2009.
Preservationist group purchases Powerhouse
A group of historic preservationists have reached an agreement with Portland General Electric to purchase the decommissioned Bull Run Powerhouse in Clackamas County.
Portland behind on historic building inventory
A report submitted by the Historic Landmarks Commission on the state of the city's preservation efforts says the city isn't working hard enough to inventory its historic structures.
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
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- 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
