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Aug 27, 2025
Ritz-Carlton developer sues former executive over payments
Walter Bowen, developer of Portland鈥檚 Ritz-Carlton tower, has sued ex-executive Barclay Grayson over unpaid subcontractors and condo disputes.
Sep 25, 2020
Luxurious building set to be more inclusive
Rather than pay a substantial fee, developers reportedly plan to offer dozens of condos in the Block 216 tower at affordable prices.
Jul 9, 2019
Block 216 developer secures loan, but lacks permits
The developer of the 35-story tower planned on Block 216, in downtown Portland, has scheduled a ceremonial ground-breaking event for later this week, but real movement of dirt will have to wait on permits.
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
