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Improving neighborhoods through design
With Portland communities in flux because of a boom in development, a four-person panel on Thursday discussed how to create inclusive, livable neighborhoods across the city.
Edlen poised to join Portland Development Commission’s board
Mark Edlen, CEO of Gerding Edlen Development, has accepted the nomination to join the Portland Development Commission's board. It is subject to approval by Portland City Council.
Have a few drinks, figure out how to keep Portland sustainable
Before I moved to Portland from Louisiana, I’d tell all my sustainability-challenged Southern friends, “Hey, you guys, we can recycle. We can use light rail. We can eat local and […]
Post recession, developers preach caution
Portland developers are emerging from the recession with a new philosophy on how they should do business. Most agree the downturn has taught them the importance of conservativeness and thorough planning.
Preservation efforts go beyond bottom line
Redevelopment of an older building is never a guaranteed path to success, but some Portland developers can't resist the chance to reconnect with a building's history.
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
