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Portland moves to unify housing policy and strategy
City officials are aiming to create a unified housing strategy to align policies on homelessness, development, zoning, and anti-displacement by Dec. 1.
Meridian Gardens
Project name: Meridian Gardens Location: Portland Completion: September 2024 Size: 40,361 square feet Owner: Central City Concern Architect: Ankrom Moisan Architects Interior Designer: Ankrom Moisan Architects Engineers: Tapani Plumbing, Ecotope, […]
Portland鈥檚 affordable housing funds nearly depleted
Affordable housing in Portland faces a funding crisis as voter-approved bond money dries up, risking a halt in critical development and social service support.
Washington caps rent hikes in bid to curb homelessness
Washington sets rent increase limits under new law, joining Oregon and California in stabilizing housing to combat homelessness and protect tenants.
California cities urged to clear homeless encampments
Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration has crafted a model ordinance intended to address homeless encampments as $3.3 billion in funding is released to expand housing and treatment programs.
Biden wants 5 percent cap on annual rent increases, critics say more construction needed
President Joe Biden is ready to propose a 5 percent cap on annual rent increases for tenants of major landlords as he tries to show he's doing something about the high cost of housing, according to a person familiar with the plan.
As cities crack down on homeless encampments, advocates say that’s not the answer
Contractors from the city of Portland had arrived to break down the stretch of tents and tarps on a side street behind a busy intersection. People had an hour to vacate the encampment, one of more than a dozen cleared that July day, according to city data.
Another state wants Medicaid to go beyond health care
California is looking to follow Oregon and spend health insurance money on housing for vulnerable populations.
Money forthcoming to tackle two critical Oregon issues
State lawmakers on Tuesday passed a $200M package intended to boost affordable housing and prevent homelessness.
Kotek promptly addresses homelessness crisis
Oregon's new governor recently declared an emergency, directed state agencies to act accordingly, and ramped up housing construction targets.
$27M approved for designated camps in Portland
The vote paves the way for establishment of six outdoor sites in a bid to 鈥榚nd self-directed, unsanctioned camping in the city.鈥�
Construction of homeless camp vote in Portland delayed in angry meeting
City Council members in Portland pushed back a vote on a disputed budget measure that would finance the construction of designated camping areas for homeless people after residents expressed strong opposition during public testimony.
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
