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RiverPlace tower proposal approved by Design Commission
The Portland Design Commission has approved, with modifications, the design of RiverPlace Block 1 South -- a new 30-story multifamily tower.
Tower poised to set tone within RiverPlace area
The project team鈥檚 proposal for a 30-story building drew generally favorable comments from the Portland Design Commission on Thursday.
Design Commission OKs RiverPlace master plan
After two years of work, the RiverPlace Central City Master Plan received the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 unanimous approval on Thursday.
Master plan being refined for Portland acreage
More work must still be done on the RiverPlace Central City master plan; however, most of that work involves final details.
A push to preserve state tax benefits for some
An affordable housing developer has jumped into the opportunity zone debate during Oregon鈥檚 2020 legislative session.
RiverPlace redevelopment plan continues to evolve
Massing and transportation issues linger for the master plan of a large-scale mixed-use development on eight acres in downtown Portland.
Southwest Portland proposal receives attention
Plans for an 8-acre site near the South Waterfront District call for a series of towers that would have thousands of new housing units, perhaps a hotel, retail shops and public spaces.
Master plan process ahead for RiverPlace property
Representatives of GBD Architects and various Portland bureaus on Tuesday discussed infrastructure and planning issues related to redevelopment of an 8-acre site south of downtown.
Waterfront skyscrapers pitched by Japanese firm
Kengo Kuma and Associates is in exploratory discussions with the city of Portland regarding a South Waterfront project that would provide a combination of affordable housing, optimized open space and a living environment, according to a company statement.
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- 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
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- 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
