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Washington County submits new reserves map
Washington County officials have returned from the drawing board with a retooled urban and rural reserves proposal they hope will be approved by the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission.
Washington County reserves not good with Metro
Regional government Metro says it's not likely to approve a retooled land reserves map from Washington County.
Grasses planted along Greenburg Road
A crew for SCC Earthworks is preparing to plant grasses along Greenburg Road as part of the Oregon Route 99W rehabilitation project.
Washington County land reserves spark drama
Washington County is making a second attempt to designate urban and rural reserves, the process that indicates what land can and cannot be brought into the urban growth boundary over the next 50 years.
PCC picks Rock Creek campus expansion plan
Portland Community College officials have chosen an expansion plan for the school's Rock Creek Campus in Washington County.
Land-use group delays urban expansion decision
Concerns about how Washington County selected three sites have led the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission to delay approving an urban-rural reserve plan until the county's process can be examined in greater detail.
Controversial sewage project appealed to state
The city of Portland has appealed a decision by a consultant to deny permits for an expanded sewage treatment facility near the Fanno Creek pump station. The case for the request, which many Southwest Portland residents oppose, will go to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals.
North Bethany ordinance passes with provisions
The Washington County Board of Commissioners last week preliminarily approved the basic structure of a land-use ordinance that will guide the future development of North Bethany. But ironing out the fine details is going to require more time.
Development tries to pass buck to Tigard
Washington County has plans for its next urban area, West Bull Mountain, but the county doesn't know who will pay for the development's water, parks and roads. Its first option, the city of Tigard, isn't interested.
North Bethany development gets push
In an attempt to spur job growth, Washington County is trying to get development rolling in North Bethany after three years of planning. The county canceled one of the last hearings on the development and is suggesting new taxes to raise funds.
Agreement streamlines culvert construction
Washington County is the first to sign an agreement with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife making approval for stream projects easier. Instead of submitting every project to the state for design approval, Washington County got its entire program approved.
Tualatin wants more urban renewal
The city of Tualatin is seeking support from Washington County and Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue for $120 million in funding for a Central Urban Renewal District.
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- 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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