Planning and Sustainability (BPS)

Bureau/Office
Community and Economic Development
BPS develops solutions to make Portland more equitable, healthy, prosperous and resilient. Through long-range planning, climate action, waste management, community technology and digital equity, and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, we build a better future for all.
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About Planning and Sustainability (BPS)

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BPS in the news

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Related offices, programs, and projects

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Long-range Planning

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Garbage, Recycling, and Compost

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Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF)

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Climate Action

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Community Technology

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Data Services Program

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Graffiti Program

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Sustainability

News

Groundbreaking Cooling Portland program expands to help more Portlanders

The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) will add $10.3 million to the program.

News article

Two Portland Bureaus Seeking Directors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Applications for the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) and Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D) Director positions are being accepted until January 6, 2025.

Press release

Holiday garbage and recycling tips

How to recycle common holiday waste, what to do with your tree after the holidays, and pickup delays due to holidays and winter weather.

Updated News article

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City Council votes to approve Odor Code amendments

On Nov. 13, Portland City Council unanimously approved updates to the city’s Odor Code giving more flexibility to businesses like restaurants and nail salons, and creating more equitable and transparent enforcement.

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Events

City Council final vote - Montgomery Park Area Plan (MPAP)

Time certain. 30 minutes requested.

9:45 am
Public Meeting
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Planning Commission Meeting

12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Public Meeting
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Community Involvement Committee Meeting

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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