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Now available: Portland's 2024 energy performance metrics for more than 700 commercial buildings
View the newly published annual report and energy performance metrics. Learn how large commercial buildings across Portland perform in energy usage and efficiency, and use the map interface to compare buildings with key characteristics.
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Help shape a new potential City program to support long-standing local businesses in Portland
A Legacy Business Preservation Program would provide support for long-standing, independently owned local businesses. Give feedback on program priorities by Friday, Oct. 31.
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Discussion Draft of Portland’s Economic Opportunities Analysis released for public review
The Draft Economic Opportunity Analysis outlines strategies and scenarios for how Portland can support job growth over the next 20 years. Comments are welcome through Monday, Nov. 10.
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The City of Portland releases three scenarios for natural resource protection in the Columbia Corridor and other industrial lands in the city
The Columbia Corridor and Industrial Lands Environmental Overlay Zone Project, also known as the CCIL Ezone Project, has released a Discussion Draft that proposes three scenarios for natural resource protection in the Columbia Corridor. Public comments are welcome through Monday, Nov. 10.
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Portland City Council Approves Temporary Code Suspensions to Improve Permitting Process
This first package of changes, going into effect October 24, aligns City teams and breaks down siloes to support development alterations.
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The City of Portland releases the Inner Eastside Infrastructure Assessment Report
Portland’s Inner Eastside consists of high opportunity neighborhoods close to the Central City. This report analyzes the infrastructure capacity in the area for possible zoning changes to encourage housing production.
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The City of Portland releases preliminary alternatives for regulating development at bulk fuel terminals in northwest Portland
The Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub in northwest Portland stores 90% of Oregon’s liquid fuel. The City of Portland invites public comments on preliminary alternatives for regulating the development and support the safety of these facilities. Comments are welcome through Friday, Oct. 17.
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82nd Ave in Motion: A Tour of Community-Led and Climate Investments
Come along on this virtual tour of 82nd Avenue climate justice investments by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund and its partners.
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Planning Commission votes to forward Affordable Housing Opportunities Project (AHOP) to City Council
On August 26, following a public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to forward the Affordable Housing Opportunities Project to City Council for adoption.
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PCEF and the Portland Fruit Tree Project: A fruitful partnership that grows careers, trees, and access to healthy, fresh food
A chance meeting led Joseph Nontanovan from chef to arborist, launching his own tree care business with training from the Portland Fruit Tree Project. Supported by PCEF, the Portland Fruit Tree Project builds green careers, fights climate change, and grows food access in our communities.
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Navigating City and State Building Energy Requirements
The State of Oregon adopted new energy performance requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings. These are in addition to Portland’s commercial energy reporting requirements; here is what commercial property owners need to know.
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Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Publishes Third and Final Progress Report for Climate Emergency Workplan
Today, Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability published the third and final report highlighting progress made on the Climate Emergency Workplan (CEW).
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Early garbage pickup on hot days
On very hot days, waste collection may start earlier than usual for the safety of collection drivers. Residential customers should set garbage, recycling, and compost bins out at the curb the night before.
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Administrative Rules Updates from the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS)
BPS made updates to administrative rules to conform with the City of Portland's new form of government.
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Give testimony on zoning code updates to streamline development
Community members are invited to testify on proposed zoning updates, which are grouped into the following themes: parking, exterior areas, and regulatory improvements. Planning Commission hearing scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 5 p.m.
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Solving Dignity Village’s energy needs with ingenuity and collaboration
Once lacking basic power, Dignity Village now runs on solar energy thanks to community ingenuity, nonprofit support, and a PCEF grant – bringing safety, health, and hope to its formerly unhoused residents.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability expands documentation of LGBTQ+ historic sites
This summer, the City of Portland's LGBTQ+ Historic Sites Project identified and documented 45 sites associated with Portland's queer history. This adds to the list of hundreds of sites already identified by the project in recent years.
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WorldOregon Delegation Visits Portland to Discuss Global Digital Rights
City staff share local efforts on responsible data governance and equity-centered tech policy
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Give testimony on draft proposals to increase the supply of affordable housing
Project staff have released a Proposed Draft for zoning changes to increase opportunities for affordable housing in Portland. The public is invited to submit written or verbal testimony to the Planning Commission.
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