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Grocery store project plans being reviewed
The developer of a Northeast Portland commercial site has applied for adjustment review to serve a proposed two-building project.
2015 Newsmakers: Colas Construction
Strong ideals and a solid business ethic helped Colas Construction make headlines this past August, when the firm was selected to serve as general contractor for a new Natural Grocers store in Northeast Portland.
$20M affordable housing investment on tap
The Portland Housing Bureau is moving full steam ahead with plans to build more affordable housing in North and Northeast Portland.
Affordable housing recommendations OK’d
The Portland City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a proposal for implementing Mayor Charlie Hales鈥� pledge to invest $20 million to build affordable housing in North and Northeast Portland.
UPDATED: Minority-owned firm to build grocery store
Portland-based Colas Construction is getting its foot in another doorway via a deal to build a high-profile grocery store and adjacent commercial building in Northeast Portland.
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
