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Another state wants Medicaid to go beyond health care
California is looking to follow Oregon and spend health insurance money on housing for vulnerable populations.
Factory or farm? Land use conflict looming
A bill being considered by the Oregon Legislature could let the governor determine expansions of urban growth boundaries.
RiverPlace tower proposal in Portland land use review intakes | March 27, 2023
A request for design advice has been issued for a multifamily high-rise at 1845 S. Harbor Place, within the RiverPlace master plan.
Affordable housing project chosen for Hillsboro
The city of Hillsboro has selected a 67-unit development proposal for approximately 2 acres in the Tanasbourne neighborhood.
Money forthcoming to tackle two critical Oregon issues
State lawmakers on Tuesday passed a $200M package intended to boost affordable housing and prevent homelessness.
Buckman apartment project receives new life
Several years after plans for a 144-unit building received the Portland Design Commission鈥檚 approval, a new developer has taken over.
Creek restoration proposal in Portland land use review intakes | March 20, 2023
A type 2 procedure (environmental review) is pending for a project that would restore riverine conditions to a portion of Johnson Creek, in Southeast Portland.
Next steps identified for new Portland district
The Portland Design Commission last month approved the master plan for the new 34-acre OMSI District. Now, a next step awaits.
Two high-rise proposals in Portland land use review intakes | March 13, 2023
Design review is pending for Pearl Block 24, which would include a 20-story tower and a four-story building above a shared, three-story podium.
Mixed-use building on track to rise in Lake Oswego
Sunset Commons will have commercial office space, eight loft apartments, and a basement dedicated to mechanical equipment and storage.
California housing laws prompt dueling lawsuits
The state is eager to compel Huntington Beach to add homes while the city is determined to preserve its suburban ambience.
Four-story project proposal in Portland land use review intakes | March 6, 2023
Early assistance is being sought for a project to partially demolish an existing building in Southeast Portland to allow construction of a new four-story building.
News
- Mass-timber firm acquires Oregon glulam manufacturer
- Financing plan for $120 million ballpark advances
- $8.4 million in top bidders | May 17, 2024
- Building Blocks: Mike’s Drive-In (Milwaukie)
- Flaws found in Portland’s inclusionary housing program
- Portland business acquired by international firm
- More work ahead for Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Pacific Northwest business changes its name
- Construction of suburban park completed
- Construction costs rise for Oregon highway projects
- Modern safety helmets replace traditional hard hats on construction sites
- $6.6 million tech facility in Portland building permits | May 13, 2024
Commentary
- Buy American Act requirements becoming more stringent | Opinion
- New federal rule banning noncompetes may impact construction industry | Opinion
- A letter to the editor from Edward Sullivan and Carrie Richter | Opinion
- April bears chase off March bulls; interest rate cuts still paused | Opinion
- To help address labor difficulties, cultivate better bosses | Opinion
- Impact of Supreme Court decision in takings clause case is hazy | Opinion
- Active transportation is integral to bridge replacement project | Opinion
- Coed softball, compliance and consequences: NLRB’s directive unveiled | Opinion
- Oregon housing law deserves applause rather than contempt | Opinion
- Oregon Family Leave Act is changing: Prepare now for updates | Opinion
- Let go of getting it right: the cost of oversize expectations | Opinion
- Drafting real estate documents with project permitting in mind | Opinion
