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No administrative appeals to be considered during weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas 2023

This affects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing code appeals.

Updated News article

Man viewing building code appeal form and open laptop on the file appeal webpage

Design Commission endorses housing at Con-Way site

Additional units are proposed for a vibrant Slabtown neighborhood.

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This image is a design concept for a new multi-unit housing building in Northwest Portland.

PBOT Safe Routes to School November 2023 Newsletter

Updated Newsletter

Have a passion for architecture, development and public spaces? Consider joining the Portland Design Commission.

The City of Portland is seeking applications for two upcoming openings, each for a four-year term, on the Design Commission. Persons of color are encouraged to apply.

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This photo depicts members of the Portland Design Commission listening to testimony at a public hearing.

Notice of Interim and Draft Permanent Rules for Homebuyer Opportunity Limited Tax Exemption Program

The public is invited to provide testimony on the draft permanent rules. Please submit your comments by November 28, 2023. A hybrid public hearing will be held on November 28, 2023 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Follow the link below to register.

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Upcoming Events

River Community Advisory Committee Meeting

The River Community Advisory Committee is a citizen advisory body comprised of six members who represent a variety of interests relating to floating structures. It assists with the development of procedures and administrative guidelines for implementing city code relating to floating structures.

10:30 am – 11:30 am
Public Meeting
Available Online

Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC)

The December meeting of the Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) is cancelled due to its proximity to the Christmas holiday. The next meeting of DRAC will be held on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, from 8 to 10 a.m.

8:00 am – 10:00 am
Cancelled Public Meeting

Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC)

The Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) is an advisory body representing those with interests in the outcomes of policies, budgets, regulations, and procedures that affect development review processes. Its meetings are regularly held on the third Thursday of the month from 8 to 10 a.m.

8:00 am – 10:00 am
Public Meeting
Available Online

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