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Unreinforced masonry buildings drop off list of priorities
The city of Portland has decided to dissolve the unreinforced masonry work group that had been tasked with finding ways to protect Portlanders from seismically vulnerable brick buildings.
Broadway Corridor agreements adopted
Portland City Council on Wednesday approved the community benefits, development and intergovernmental agreements for redevelopment of the 32-acre area.
Controversial development back in spotlight
A Pearl District group on Thursday appeared before the Portland City Council to present its argument against a mixed-use project already approved by the Design Commission.
Portland council on verge of voting to extend development deadlines
The Portland City Council is poised to approve a package of deadline extensions that would give developers and construction firms more time to break ground on projects.
Modified zoning overhaul under review
The Portland City Council is considering adoption of an amended Central City 2035 Plan after it was remanded by state regulators.
A city effort to ‘cut through some red tape’
A proposed Portland ordinance, on the verge of approval, would help community-based organizations add affordable housing on their properties.
Report: Portland residential demolition ordinance a success
A Portland ordinance intended to minimize the spread of hazardous materials during residential building demolitions has been largely effective, according to a new city report.
Portland plan to boost contracting equity progressing
The city of Portland is moving forward on a two-year-old plan to increase diversity and equity in contracting via money collected from major construction projects.
Portland City Council passes zoning package
The Portland City Council on Wednesday gave final approval to Better Housing by Design 鈥� a sweeping zoning reform that will encourage greater housing density in urban areas.
Development on track for ex-farmland in Portland
The Portland City Council gave the go-ahead for city bureaus to continue working with private landowners to develop one of the largest remaining unbuilt parcels in the city.
Contractors will be exempt from Portland tax
City commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to amend city code to exempt construction companies from paying a 1 percent surcharge on gross revenue from retail sales within Portland.
From policy rubble, Portland begins to rebuild
The city, after losing a legal battle, is restarting an effort to address unreinforced masonry buildings in need of seismic upgrades.
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
