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Public Hearing on Proposed Administrative Rule for Lien Reduction Review Process
The Bureau of Development Services seeks public comment on a proposed administrative rule for its Lien Reduction Review process for properties subject to potential enforcement action under the City's Property Maintenance code. A public hearing will be hosted on December 27, 2021.
Updated Public notice
Portland Housing Bureau 2020-21: By the Numbers
A message from PHB's Director and a look back at the work accomplished during this last year.
News article
Portland Parks & Recreation offers tree care tips for winter
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R)’s Urban Forestry division staff say that the approach of winter is an important time to care for trees in your home and adjacent right-of-way.
News article
Emergency Management: Pandemic highlights City’s long-standing neglect of people with disabilities
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City is required to provide equal access to all services, including emergency services. We found that the City was not prepared to meet the needs of people with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic much less a more physically destructive emergency.
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Empowered Neighborhood Program offers resources, creativity in addressing building code violations
Staff from across the Bureau of Development Services, working with other city bureaus and students from Portland Community College, come to the aid of a black disabled homeowner in addressing multiple concerns, saving money and reducing fines.
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Deadline extended: Help guide development review in Portland; apply by Oct. 29
The City of Portland is seeking interested persons to serve in one of four positions, each for a three-year term, on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Friday, Oct. 29.
Updated News article
Have a passion for floating structures? Consider applying for the City of Portland’s River Community Advisory Committee
The City of Portland is seeking interested persons to serve in one of three positions, each for a three-year term, on the River Community Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Wednesday, Nov. 10.
News article
New State Building Codes
The State of Oregon’s Building Codes Division (BCD) released new editions of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Oregon Electrical Specialty Code and the Oregon Plumbing Code. Any permits issued in 2018 must meet the new code requirements, which took effect on January 1, 2018.
Updated Newsletter
With the start of the school year, PBOT reminds the public that school routes are everywhere, urges Portlanders to 'drive like it'
With so many kids walking, biking and otherwise traveling on the city's sidewalks and streets, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is urging people driving to be especially careful and to drive with extra caution and attention.
Updated Traffic Advisory
City Council approves measures to assist businesses in recovery from the pandemic
Businesses, entrepreneurs, and providers of affordable housing and services can take advantage of temporary suspensions of some zoning requirements to assist in improvements to their facilities and enable faster economic recovery.
Updated News article
Public input needed this fall as county, city consider cost cutting for earthquake ready Burnside Bridge
Although construction of the new, earthquake-ready Burnside Bridge will not start for a few years, Multnomah County, with assistance from the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT), is hard at work finding ways to make the most of the limited budget, and are looking for input from the public.
Updated Blog post
Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Update
Sewer Connections: Permits Required for Sewer Connection and Repair
Updated Newsletter
City of Portland selects new Chief Procurement Officer to guide public investments, improve equity programs
Biko Taylor brings expertise from public school districts, commitment to support small businesses
News article
News Blog: BIKETOWN bike-share is planning to expand. Where they expand depends on you.
The BIKETOWN bike-share program is seeking input on an expansion of its service area in Portland, including adding new stations. These plans are in their infancy, so the BIKETOWN team at the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is seeking the public's help.
Updated Blog post
PBOT launches new ad campaign to encourage Portlanders to use climate-friendly transportation as the city emerges from the pandemic
Portlanders will be able to travel to new community plazas across the city to socialize and celebrate the city’s recovery.
Press release
Housing Advisory Commissions Seeking New Members
Are you interested in influencing housing policies, strategies, and resources? PHB is now accepting applications for the Portland Housing Advisory Commission (PHAC) and the Rental Services Commission (RSC). Learn how to apply.
Blog post
PBOT now accepting applications for Healthy Blocks and Street Paintings for summer 2021
Applications for both programs open today with permits to be issued beginning June 1 and onward.
Press release
City of Portland and Portland Peace Team Holding De-Escalation Trainings With a Focus on Peaceful Protest
Portland Peace Team is partnering with the City of Portland to hold seven free two-hour training sessions on de-escalation and peacekeeping this spring and summer
Press release
RACE TALKS and the Office of Equity and Human Rights host discussion event April 29
"A Step Towards Justice: Where Do We Go From Here?" will be a virtual event hosted by RACE TALKS and the Office of Equity and Human Rights on April 29, 2021.
Press release
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