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Legislature modifies Oregon land use program
While much of the attention on land use legislation in the 2013 Legislature focused upon wineries, employment lands in Hillsboro and budgets, significant changes also were made to the […]
U.S. Supreme Court expands its take on Takings Clause
In a 5-4 decision last month, the United States Supreme Court ruled that a local government must make “rough proportionality” findings whether it approves or denies a development in […]
Court decision paves way for greater federal involvement in land use
On May 20, the United States Supreme Court handed down a decision affirming a sweeping declaratory ruling by the Federal Communications Commission that established a “shot clock” (or time […]
Oregon planning program approaching 40
The current Oregon land use program is nearly 40 years old. The fact that the program has survived is important. The programs of other states have not fared as well.
UPDATED: Developer defends NE Fremont project
Wally Remmers adds his voice to the ongoing story of neighborhood opposition to the developer's Beaumont Village project under construction on Northeast Fremont Street.
U.S. Supreme Court affirms EPA鈥檚 interpretation of Clean Water Act
Attorneys Ed Sullivan and Carrie Richter analyze the Supreme Courts' recent ruling in Decker v. Northwest Environmental Defense Center, a decision that could indicate a change is on the horizon when it comes to agency interpretations the Clean Water Act.
A Portland puzzle: residential parking and transit
In this month's Oregon Land Use column, attorneys Edward Sullivan and Carrie Richter take a close look at the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals' decision that brought to a halt construction on a multifamily project on Southeast 37th Avenue and Division Street.
U.S. Supreme Court finds corps could be liable for government-induced flooding
In November, we noted a pending U.S. Supreme Court case, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission v. United States, which involved continual but temporary flooding of the Dave Donaldson Black River […]
Judge affirms $6.5M jury verdict against the city of Forest Grove
In fall 2011, a jury awarded David Hill Development $6.5 million against the city of Forest Grove for constitutional violations stemming from its delayed issuance of final approval for a […]
Arkansas vs. the federal government
On Oct. 3, the United States Supreme Court heard an unusual takings case, one brought by one public entity against another. Arkansas Game and Fish Commission v. United States involves […]
Further muddling of wine-related uses on farmland
In our May 2011 column we summarized existing legislation allowing wineries on land zoned for exclusive farm use (EFU), along with rather ambiguous limitations on 鈥渁gri-tainment鈥� events such as wine […]
Farmland’s future is at heart of appeal
Last week, 1000 Friends of Oregon announced that it would challenge the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development鈥檚 recent approval of Metro鈥檚 designated urban and rural reserves in Washington County.
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
