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Portland and the federal government

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Veterans Day closure

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Deconstruction

Program
Community and Economic Development
Requirements and resources for deconstructing – rather than demolishing – older buildings in Portland.
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Deconstruction permit requirements

Certified deconstruction contractors

Become a Certified Deconstruction Contractor

A person holds a painted, used piece of wood. The person stands in front of a wall of reclaimed wood boards.

Salvage retailers in the Portland metro region

Inside of one of the Mills School buildings in the process of being deconstructed.

Commercial Deconstruction Pilot Grants

A "deconstruction in progress" yard sign is shown on the Mills Open Air School property, with the boarded up old school buildings in the background.

Mills Open Air School Deconstruction

The inside of a home in the midst of deconstruction, with walls and ceilings removed to expose the wood beams.

About deconstruction

Contact

Lauren Zimmermann Onstad, Deconstruction Program

deconstruction@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-6041

Events

Re-Gift Holiday Pop Up, hosted by ReBuilding Center

ReBuilding Center is hosting a holiday gift pop-up in November and December, where you can find handmade gifts crafted with reclaimed materials.

– 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Community Event
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Made & Found makers market, hosted by Lovett Deconstruction

Made & Found is a celebration of specialty secondhand, new heirlooms, and upcycled goods.

– 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Community Event
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Intro to Electrical Repairs, hosted by ReBuilding Center (paid, sliding scale)

Take this intro class to understand your home electrical system!

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Community Event
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ReClaim It Holiday Shop 2025, hosted by ReClaim It

This festive pop-up in downtown Portland features art and gifts made from at least 80% salvaged or recycled materials by over 70 local artists.

– 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Community Event
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