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Design approved for Stott Center upgrade
With approval from the Portland Design Commission, the $45 million renovation and expansion of Portland State University鈥檚 Peter W. Stott Center can at last proceed.
Anticipating a green light for new tower
The design of a proposed 15-story apartment building is on track to gain the Portland Design Commission's approval.
Affordable housing projects have easier road
A new, streamlined design review process is now available for affordable housing projects in Portland.
Affordable housing projects could get a boost
The Portland City Council on March 9 will consider a major proposal to accelerate design review for projects that include affordable housing.
Grant Park Village II design team stuck waiting
The Portland Design Commission won't look at Grant Park Village II designs again until April.
OHSU project design close to approval
Although staff recommended approval for Oregon Health & Science University鈥檚 latest development on its South Waterfront campus, the Portland Design Commission set another hearing date.
Wood cut out of plans at Block 75
A tower planned at the Burnside bridgehead won鈥檛 feature cross-laminated timber as proposed originally.
Alphabet District design refinement
Changes are forthcoming for a six-story, mixed-use building planned in the Alphabet District.
A quick, smooth trip through design review
The Portland Design Commission lauded plans for Menashe Properties' six-story mixed-use building in downtown.
Controversial project could spur change
A noticeable discrepancy between a project's approved design and the real thing is causing a stir in Portland.
OHSU South Waterfront projects still under review
Oregon Health and Science University's two-block development planned for the South Waterfront will have to make one more appearance in front of the Portland Design Commission.
More design review ahead for planned building
The proposal for a new six-story, 58,862-square-foot building in downtown Portland didn鈥檛 get the fast approval the developer had hoped for.
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
