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Exciting updates rolled out to application process for New Single-Family Residences and Detached ADUs
The City of Portland's Bureau of Development Services is excited to announce significant improvements to its application process for New Single-Family Residences (NSFR) and New Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) permits, rolled out on Thursday, April 25.
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City announces name and structure for Portland’s new permitting bureau
Portland Permitting & Development will issue permits for a wide range of development projects, including construction, home improvements and tree work.
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‘Last Gap Round 2’ Funding Opportunity to Be Released Week of April 29, 2024
The Portland Housing Bureau is pleased to announce an upcoming solicitation for Spring 2024.
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Deadline extended: City of Portland seeks experienced plumbers passionate about safety to serve on appeals board
The City of Portland seeks three people to each serve a three-year term on the Plumbing Code Board of Appeal. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are due no later than Sunday, May 19.
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Notice of Proposed Amendments to Lien Reduction Review Administrative Rule
The purpose of the Lien Reduction Review Administrative Rule is to provide guidance for processing requests to reduce existing liens on properties, resulting from an enforcement action taken pursuant to Portland City Code Section 3.30.040 and Chapter 29.70.
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Request for Proposals for the Development of Broadway Corridor Parcel 4A
PHB invites the four teams selected in the Broadway Corridor Parcel 4A RFQ process to submit full funding applications to develop the northern half of Block 4, (referred to as Parcel 4A) located on the former Portland U.S. Postal Service site within the Broadway Corridor.
Upcoming Events
18th Annual 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade
The 18th Annual 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade will roll on 82nd Avenue from Eastport Plaza north to Montavilla on Saturday, April 27th at 9:30 a.m.
Development Services invites Commercial Permitting Customers to a Virtual Demonstration for New Plan Review Technology
The Bureau of Development Services is inviting commercial permitting customers to a walkthrough demonstration of its soon-to-be-implemented plan review technology. An updated plan review process and technology will be rolled out in May 2024. Learn more about these updates.
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.
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