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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.
$76 million reservoir project on track
Portland Water Bureau officials this week submitted the first of two land use review applications for a $76 million project to build a new underground reservoir in place of Washington Park鈥檚 existing open-air reservoirs.
Plans being finalized for Zidell Yards
Adoption of an agreement between ZRZ Realty and the Portland Development Commission is expected soon.
Redevelopment in the works near PSU
The Portland Development Commission and Portland State University are teaming up to tackle six sites.
PDC approves selective Centennial Mills demolition
The PDC adopted a resolution to expedite the hiring process to conduct 鈥渟elective demolition work鈥� at the unstable Centennial Mills site.
Design review on tap for Fair-Haired Dumbbell
After responding to concerns issued by the Portland Design Commission, the team is seeking another review.
Preparing to build near bridgehead
The design for a six-story building near the east end of the Burnside Bridge was approved last week.
Pre-application conference scheduled for Grove Hotel
Construction crews could begin redevelopment of the Grove Hotel in Old Town Chinatown in as few as six months.
Burnside Bridgehead project’s design on track
The design for a six-story, mixed-use building at 419 E. Burnside St. could gain approval next week.
Conceptualizing ‘a work of art’
Big-name designers and architects have been approached for the Centennial Mills redevelopment.
Mixed-use designs draw favorable reviews
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday reviewed three mixed-use projects, approving two and offering design advice for the other.
Optimism for Old Town Chinatown
Old Town Chinatown is on the cusp of a significant transformation, according to industry professionals.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- 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
Commentary
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- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
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- 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
