Construction and development

Residential and commercial permitting, inspections, and code

News and Notices

Interested in helping guide the permitting process in Portland? Apply to serve on the Development Review Advisory Committee

The City of Portland is seeking interested land use planning professionals to serve in one position for a three-year term on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Sunday, April 30.

News article


2022 Portland Housing Bond Progress Report

Presenting the 2022 progress report for the Portland Housing Bond.

News article


February Safe Routes News and Resources

Updated Newsletter


New Housing Report Shows Unprecedented Affordable Housing Production, Rising Incomes, Rent Increases

The State of Housing in Portland Report shows major progress on affordable housing, while disparities persist and rents across the city remain unaffordable for many, despite rising incomes.

Press release


Portland City Council adopts two ordinances to assist in office-to-residential conversions

On March 15, the Portland City Council adopted two emergency ordinances aimed at making it a little easier to change vacant office space to housing.

News article


Construction and Maintenance

Fall 2020 to spring 2021 (vegetation monitoring continues through 2024)
Spring 2016 through Winter 2023
Fall 2018

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 12:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

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

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