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Planning and Sustainability
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The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) develops creative and practical solutions to enhance Portland’s livability, preserve distinctive places, and plan for a resilient future.
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1810 SW 5th Ave
Suite 710
Portland, OR 97201
Suite 710
Portland, OR 97201
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News
Published
Changes will increase housing supply and accessibility for low-, moderate- and middle-income Portlanders; addresses houselessness and lack of affordable apartments and homes for community members.
Portland City Council adopts major improvements to the City’s design review process and program
Press Release
Published
Changes will allow more multi-family housing and mixed-use projects to go directly to the permit process; expands the design standards so more projects can meet them.
New garbage rates and collection schedules
News Article
Updated
Effective July 1, 2021 new residential garbage collection rates will take effect. New residential garbage collection schedules were mailed in late June, as part of the Portland Curbsider publication.
Published
PCEF announces new funding opportunity: Mini Grants. PCEF Mini Grants offer up to $5,000 in funding for nonprofit organizations to carry out activities that align with PCEF goals of tackling climate change and advancing racial and social justice.
Upcoming Events
Planning and Sustainability Commission Meeting
Public Meeting
Available Online
Agenda includes: Vote for PSC Vice Chair (decision); Ezone Map Correction Project (work session)
PCEF Grant Committee Meeting – August 4, 2021
Public Meeting
Available Online
Planning and Sustainability Commission Meeting
Public Meeting
Available Online
Tentative agenda includes 3 briefings: Natural Hazards Mitigation Action Plan; West Portland Town Center; BPS Strategic Plan & FY 2021-22 Budget
PCEF Grant Committee Meeting – August 18, 2021
Public Meeting
Available Online
Lunch and Learn: Design Overlay Zone Amendments
Community Event
Available Online
This free virtual session will provide more information on the recently adopted Design Overlay Zone Amendments and how they affect developments within design overlay zones.
Past Meetings and Hearings
- PCEF Grant Committee Meeting – July 21, 2021 (Public Meeting)
- Planning and Sustainability Commission Meeting (Public Meeting)
- PCEF Grant Committee Meeting – July 7, 2021 (Public Meeting)
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