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PCEF launches High Road Advisory Council
The 11-member advisory body will provide guidance on workforce and contracting issues.
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New historic resources zoning changes take effect March 1
The Historic Resources Code Project, recently adopted by the City Council, sets new rules for changes to buildings in certain historic areas. Learn more about how these changes may affect development projects.
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City Council to discuss ongoing permitting improvement efforts at Jan. 25 work session
The City Council will receive updates from development review bureaus on efforts to improve permitting services and discuss proposed updates to city policies.
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City of Portland denies Land Use Compatibility Statement for Zenith Energy
The City of Portland, through the Bureau of Development Services, is denying a request from Zenith Energy to issue a Land Use Compatibility Statement necessary for the renewal of its air quality permit issued by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality.
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Deconstruction Ordinance Expansion
Portland’s existing deconstruction ordinance is expanding. Effective on and after January 20, 2020 permit applications for demolition of a house or duplex built in 1940 or earlier will be required to deconstruct using a Certified Deconstruction Contractor.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Updates
Read news from Planning and Sustainability about the deconstruction ordinance, expanding opportunities for affordable housing, the River Plan/South Reach and DOZA.
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32nd Annual Neighborhood Fix-It Fair
Development Services will be an exhibitor at the upcoming Fix-It Fair on Nov. 23, 2019.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about the Residential Infill Project, HB2001 & SB534, the proposed amendment to increase deconstruction projects, the connected communities along division transit report, and the review of ezones in North Portland.
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Title 4 Original Art Murals, Recommended Amendments
The Bureau of Development Services, in partnership with the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, will propose a set of code amendments to the Portland City Council on August 7, 2019 at 10 a.m. The amendments are intended to allow murals in more locations around the City. Read the recommended code.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about building design, ezones in SW Portland, faith and community organizations, and the Residential Infill Project.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about 82nd Ave improvements, Planning & Sustainability Commission membership, neighborhood notification improvements, Residential Infill Project, and proposed historic resource code amendments.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about DOZA, Comp Plan, multi-dwelling zones, neighborhood contact code requirements, residential infill, Willamette River, Equitable Housing Strategy and the bike parking code.
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Updates to the Central City Plan District
The final City Council vote on Central City 2035 Plan is scheduled for June 6, 2018. The plan would be effective on July 9, 2018 and is implemented through the Central City Plan District in the Portland Zoning Code.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Updates
Read news from BPS about the Comp Plan, Inclusionary Zoning, historic resources and a PSU project uncovering racist covenants in Portland.
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City Improving How Neighbors Can Learn About New Development
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, in coordination with BDS staff, is requesting comments about updating the Zoning Code to provide for earlier and more opportunities for developers to speak with neighbors.
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Parkrose Argay Development Study adopted by City Council
City Council adopts a resolution accepting the concept master plan and potential for future city involvement.
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The Central City 2035 Plan is in effect!
The Bureau of Development Services is now accepting development applications subject to the new zoning and code.
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