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Pepsi Blocks project team will have to wait
Lingering technical issues led the Portland Design Commission on Thursday to delay its vote on whether to grant land use approval for the redevelopment proposal.
OMSI master plan continues to move closer to fruition
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided another set of opinions on the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry鈥檚 master plan, and mostly approved of the concept.
Massive waterfront proposal spurs public backlash
Neighbors of a property targeted for a four-building mixed-use project raised concerns during a hearing before the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Another structure rising near convention center
As crews approach the finish of the Hyatt Regency at the Oregon Convention Center hotel project, others at the adjacent parking garage are also looking to wrap up work.
Condominium project looks to foster a sense of community
A 10-unit Southeast Portland condominium building bring single-family design elements to multifamily housing.
Inhospitable reception for hospitality project
The proposal for a Pearl District hotel received backlash from the public and critical comments from the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Criticism and optimism for Japanese hotel project
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided advice for the team creating plans for a tower on a long-vacant downtown property.
Design Commission approves Lincoln High School project plans
Plans call for a six-story, 102-foot-tall building to replace the existing one in Goose Hollow.
Affordable housing project could set precedent
A proposal for a Powell Boulevard property generally elicited positive comments from the Portland Design Commission during a hearing on Thursday.
Portland Design Commission gains member
The Portland City Council last week confirmed the addition of LEVER Architecture project director Chandra Robinson to the Portland Design Commission.
Apartment proposal received warmly
The Portland Design Commission offered nearly unanimous praise for a full-block apartment building that would replace a former dairy in Northeast Portland.
Harbor of Hope on verge of approval
Oregon Harbor of Hope's Navigation Center is being appealed by opponents challenging a Bureau of Development Services staff approval of the temporary structure.
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
