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Portland could lose the PDC
I want to take a moment and follow up on my two previous blog posts (here and here), which examined the potential closure of all 425 redevelopment agencies in California. […]
Former mayor wants to rein in urban renewal
A former mayor of Oregon City, at 82 years old, is spearheading a ballot initiative that would require a vote from Clackamas County residents to approve new urban renewal areas or change existing ones.
Beaverton hits brakes on urban renewal
A delay in the creation of an urban renewal district in Beaverton is casting doubts on whether the plan will move forward at all.
Rose Quarter indecision choking other neighborhoods
A delay in a Portland Development Commission decision about the Rose Quarter has a broader effect on five other areas in the city. Those areas and the Rose Quarter would receive funds if an urban renewal area were expanded to include them, but since the decision to expand has been stalled - largely because of Rose Quarter planning, all of the areas have to wait.
URA causes rift between Portland, county
The Portland Development Commission is planning what it calls a new and improved urban renewal area for downtown Portland, but officials with Multnomah County not only question the PDC's intentions, but whether the area is necessary at all.
Downtown Portland urban renewal causing rift between city, county
On Tuesday the Willamette Week blog released an email from Multnomah County Chair Jeff Cogen to Portland Development Commission planner Peter Englander. The email shows Cogen’s frustration with the PDC’s […]
Downtown Portland urban renewal causing rift between city, county
On Tuesday the Willamette Week blog released an email from Multnomah County Chair Jeff Cogen to Portland Development Commission planner Peter Englander. The email shows Cogen’s frustration with the PDC’s […]
Hillsboro rarin’ to develop
Eager to start a long-planned redevelopment of its downtown, the city of Hillsboro is trying to kick-start projects before urban renewal money is ready. The city is requesting developers for two properties where it envisions a brewery or a brewpub.
Crucial condo project close to construction
A condominium development meant to be the catalyst for a North Portland urban renewal area could soon begin construction after seven years of roadblocks. But the project hinges on a vote by the Portland Development Commission board on Friday on whether to increase a loan for the project.
In Oregon, a stand against urban renewal
Special taxing districts - like fire departments and school districts - are taking advantage of a new Oregon law that gives them a chance to express opposition to new urban renewal areas. The taxing districts collectively lost about $182 million last year in money directed toward urban renewal.
Salem OKs speedy loan for condo project
Salem City Council has voted to give a quick $500,000 loan to a struggling private condo developer in the name of urban renewal.
Beaverton drafts downtown urban renewal area
Beaverton has drafted boundaries for a proposed downtown urban renewal area that it hopes to have approved by the public next May.
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
