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Money for streets hard to find
The city of Portland is continuing to engage citizens in the effort to find money for street maintenance.
New Portland tree code set to take effect
Under the Title 11 Tree Code, developers of sizable projects in Portland must preserve a certain number of trees during construction or pay a fee.
A green step for real estate
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability has launched an informational campaign aimed at educating owners what would be required if the City Council in April 2015 approves a proposed ordinance requiring building owners to participate in an Energy Star-affiliated Energy Performance Reporting Policy.
Draft comprehensive plan discussions on tap
The Portland Planning and Sustainability Commission early next year will hold several work sessions to discuss portions of the city鈥檚 updated comprehensive plan.
More time given for public to weigh in on URAs
Portland Mayor Charlie Hales announced last week that the City Council鈥檚 first reading of a proposal to amend six Portland urban renewal areas won鈥檛 take place until Jan. 29, at 2 p.m., to allow time for public input.
‘Street of Green’ growing in Portland
A Milwaukie architect is working to create a subdivision with environmentally friendly houses.
Building’s fate is in council’s hands
Some people who live near a 95-year-old building in Northwest Portland don't want to see it razed.
First section of waterfront path wrapping up
Major construction on the first segment of the planned South Waterfront Greenway is scheduled to finish this month, in anticipation of the pedestrian and bicycle path opening next spring.
A transportation quandary
Central Eastside stakeholders are wary of city staffers鈥� proposed changes to their district.
Portland permit center’s hours being reduced
The Portland Bureau of Development Services starting this week will close its Permit Center at noon on Thursdays, likely until at least March 2015.
Washington Park reservoir designs being refined
Designs for a $67 million project to cover one of Washington Park鈥檚 historic open-air reservoirs and decommission the other are more than halfway complete.
Fostering growth in Southeast Portland
An advisory committee is preparing recommendations for zoning changes in the inner east side.
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
