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Oregon questions its land use system
Oregon officials are questioning the efficiency of the state's widely admired land use system. Critics say the urban growth boundaries within the state are reevaluated too frequently, which burdens local governments with too many costs.
Oregon land use policy not working as planned
Oregon's land use policy has received many accolades from around the world since it was first incepted over 35 years ago. But a new study conducted by an Oregon State University geosciences professor has found that it's still difficult to demonstrate that it has accomplished one of its primary goals - protecting agricultural lands and a thriving forest, farm and ranching industry.
Debate arises over Portland industrial land use
Two of Portland's most notable commercial real-estate organizations can't agree how new industrial land should become available.
NAIOP asks Metro for more industrial land
Regional government Metro's chief operating officer Michael Jordan and Metro councilor Katherine Harrington met last week with members of National Association of Industrial and Office Properties. Metro approached NAIOP, a regional commercial real estate development association, to discuss industrial lands to be included in the possible expansion of the urban growth boundary.
Veterans prod Wilsonville to allow new center
The city of Wilsonville acknowledges the benefits of a proposed veterans center in the city, but the mayor and other officials say the idea is impractical. The site for the center would have to be moved inside the urban growth boundary, and the city doesn't want to foot the bill for public services the center would require.
Metro suggests expanding urban growth boundary
Regional government Metro has recommended expanding the Portland region's urban growth boundary.
Annexation of West Hayden Island moves ahead
Portland City Council on Thursday moved one step closer to annexing into the city more than 800 acres of undeveloped property on West Hayden Island.
Metro rolls out new reserve mapping tool
Regional government Metro has improved its online mapping tool to show citizens within Metro's boundaries - Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties - whether their properties fall in an urban reserve, rural reserve or the urban growth boundary.
Designation of urban, rural reserves taking shape across the state
On the heels of Metro’s vote approving urban reserves for Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties, some smaller communities around the state are making similar efforts to create long-term land use […]
Designation of urban, rural reserves taking shape across the state
On the heels of Metro’s vote approving urban reserves for Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties, some smaller communities around the state are making similar efforts to create long-term land use […]
Metro approves Portland-area urban reserves
The Portland regional government Metro Council on Thursday officially approved the designation of 28,615 acres as urban reserves, which will be considered for expansion into the urban growth boundaries over the next 50 years.
Portland urban reserve designations set precedent for growth management in U.S.
Metro’s vote yesterday to approve urban reserves for Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties was more important than just defining what land could and could not be included in the urban […]
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
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- 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
