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Iconic structure’s fate unclear
Stakeholders are concerned that proposed modifications could lead to the Portland Building being removed from National Register of Historic Places.
Oregon historic properties gain protections
Oregon鈥檚 Department of Land Conservation and Development on Friday approved new protections for historic sites and structures.
Proposed state rules would aid historic properties
The Department of Land Conservation and Development on Friday will hold hearings in St. Helens concerning proposed new rules affecting historic properties.
Portland arena named ‘national treasure’
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has designated Veterans Memorial Coliseum a national treasure.
Preservationists eager to see city loophole closed
Preservationists are concerned about a loophole allowing owners of historic buildings to apply for demolition permits without a delay.
Building doesn’t have ‘historic’ tag, but it could
Two historians are working to bring attention to the potential deconstruction of a 124-year-old building in downtown Portland.
Green line divides restoration and demolition
Stakeholders say incentives are needed to make restoration projects financially feasible.
Restore Oregon ends challenge of hotel project
The preservation group wants to 鈥渆xplore alternative ideas to demolition鈥� with the developers.
Exemplary historic preservation projects honored
Seven historic preservation projects, including six designed by Portland architects, recently were honored by Restore Oregon.
Downtown demolition plans resisted
The Albion Hotel and the Ancient Order of United Workmen Temple building have sat mostly vacant for decades, but a proposal to replace them with new structures is getting plenty of pushback.
‘Loophole’ leaves older buildings at risk
Preservationists say it's too easy for owners to demolish historic buildings without public input.
Oregon’s old theaters awaiting revival
Oregon has more than 100 historical theaters, and they have potential to be significant economic engines, according to a new report.
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
