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Block 136 project team navigating hurdles
Developers of a pair of proposed Pearl District buildings are moving ahead with site work, though design appeals are impeding anything more.
City moving closer to expanding North Macadam URA
The Portland Development Commission has released a draft report outlining expected impacts.
Seeking more opportunities for women and minorities
The Portland City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved Mayor Charlie Hales鈥� proposed ordinance to establish the Commission on Equitable Contracting and Purchasing.
Aiming to refine project reviews
Aspects of Portland鈥檚 development review procedures are being questioned by City Commissioner Amanda Fritz.
A housing plan for North and Northeast Portland
The Portland Housing Bureau will use $9 million to prevent displacement and produce new homeowners.
Fore! Industrial park on its way
Plans are moving forward to redevelop 138 acres into a mix of industrial space and open space.
Public comments sought on reservoirs
City planners are seeking public comments on plans to demolish a historic building and reservoirs in Portland鈥檚 Washington Park.
$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.
Courthouse site selection process proceeding
Multnomah County officials are seeking public input as they prepare to select a site for their new courthouse.
Goose Hollow project hits speed bump
The developer of a proposed multifamily building has withdrawn its request for a zoning change.
City hoping state will provide street money
After 14 months of work group meetings with citizens and public hearings to determine how to best use taxpayers鈥� dollars to pay for a backlog of city street work, Portland Mayor Charlie Hales announced Thursday that he and the City Council would instead look to the state for money.
Affordable housing recommendations coming
An effort is under way to provide the Portland City Council with suggestions on how best to follow through with Mayor Charlie Hales鈥� pledge to invest $20 million on affordable housing in North and 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
