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Inclusionary zoning panel challenges role
The push by the city of Portland to enact an inclusionary zoning ordinance appears to be barreling ahead even as the panel of experts convened by Commissioner Dan Saltzman questions some of the underpinnings of the plan.
Bridge Housing tapped for affordable housing project
The Portland Housing Bureau has chosen Bridge Housing to build 61 new affordable apartments for low-income residents in the Eliot neighborhood, the nonprofit developer announced Monday.
All about affordability
Talks are under way to find inclusionary zoning rules that will ensure developments in Portland remain feasible.
Construction excise tax proposal may soon be approved
Portland city councilors indicated on Thursday they will support a proposed construction excise tax when it goes to final vote next week.
Bracing for a flood of permit applications
Portland developers are working feverishly to get ahead of inclusionary zoning regulations the City Council is expected to adopt this fall.
Affordable housing planned in Pearl District
A 12-story affordable housing tower is planned for the north end of the Pearl District.
Photos: Mixed-use sober living project tops out
A topping out celebration was held last week for Miracles Central, a mixed-use development in the Lloyd District that will cater to those in recovery for alcohol and drug addiction.
Some affordability required
A newly enacted state law enables local governments to require multifamily developers to include affordable housing in sizable projects.
Affordable housing projects have easier road
A new, streamlined design review process is now available for affordable housing projects in Portland.
Demolition of Oregonian Publishing buildings proposed
Urban Renaissance Group is proposing to demolish buildings near Southwest 17th Avenue and Yamhill Street and redevelop the two parcels.
Newsmakers 2016: Portland Housing Bureau
The Portland Housing Bureau is working to improve the city's affordable housing inventory by allocating increased funding for affordable housing projects with the goals of preventing displacement, creating opportunities for people seeking to rent and own homes, and acquiring land.
Affordable housing project poised to grow
A new apartment building for low-income residents in the Pearl District will have more than twice as many units as planned originally if revised plans are approved.
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
