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Houseless and living in an RV? Environmental Services launches pilot pump out program

The pilot program is being launched to safely dispose of human waste and wastewater from RVs on city streets and prevent environmental contamination

March 22, 2021 1:39 pm News article

Members of the public needed to enhance Portland’s cultural and historic legacies; apply by April 15

The City of Portland is seeking applications for an at-large member of the public to serve a four-year term on the Historic Landmarks Commission. The deadline to apply is Thursday, April 15.

Updated March 22, 2021 8:15 am News article

Portland Parks & Recreation begins construction on new, more inclusive Gabriel Park playground

The new, much larger play area will be more accessible to people of all abilities and will have play elements that are unique in the PP&R system.

March 2, 2021 12:45 pm News article

Apply to Help Portland Rethink Police Accountability

Portland City Council is now accepting applications for Rethink Police Accountability, the group that will shape the police oversight committee approved by 82% of Portland voters.

February 10, 2021 5:19 pm News article

New applicants sought for Development Review Advisory Committee; deadline is Feb. 26

The City of Portland, through the Bureau of Development Services, is seeking interested persons to serve in one of seven positions, each for a three-year term, on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 26.

Updated February 5, 2021 4:00 pm News article

Updated Policies on Permit Extensions, Abandonment and Expiration, and Reactivation Requests and New Online Requests

The program guide for policies on when permits may be extended, when they are abandoned or expire, and when they may be reactivated after expiration has been updated.

Updated January 14, 2021 1:07 pm Public notice

Portland Parks & Recreation’s Gateway Green improvements are complete; park reopens

All of Gateway Green, the popular PP&R off-road cycling and hiking destination, has reopened. We've completed a project enhancing the unique regional destination at the confluence of I-84 and I-205. The best access point is from the I-205 bike path.

December 15, 2020 12:13 pm News article

Social Distancing Guidelines for Restaurant Seating and Retailers

Use outdoor space like a parking lot to help with social distancing and safety. Get zoning and other city code information to use parking lots for outdoor customer seating, services, and to sell merchandise. Use these social distancing guidelines for your outdoor seating, outdoor booths and more.

Updated October 28, 2020 12:30 pm News article

Using Temporary Outdoor Customer Areas for Stores and Restaurants

Plans Examiner Newsletter

October 26, 2020 10:48 am Newsletter

Stormwater Management Manual (SWMM) and Source Control Manual (SCM) updates by Environmental Services

Plans Examiner Newsletter

October 26, 2020 7:49 am Newsletter

Notice of Public Hearing: Proposed Administrative Rule – Chapter 24.55 – Demolitions

The proposed rule makes permanent improvements to the residential demolition inspection process by adding a new inspection to improve compliance, reorganizing the previous rule for clarity, and adding appendices for easier reference.

Updated October 21, 2020 3:05 pm Public notice

Request for Comments - Solar Program Guide & Checklist and Submittal Requirements for Prescriptive Solar Installations 

Send us your feedback about solar permits by Monday, October 12, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Updated October 12, 2020 8:48 am News article

With Rent Due October 1, City and County Deploying Millions in COVID Relief

Assistance prioritized for BIPOC communities will help thousands of households, but without more help from Congress, thousands of others will be left out and vulnerable to eviction.

August 6, 2020 2:29 pm Press release

Expiration Date Extension Project and Central City 2035 Plan Re-Adoption

The Portland City Council recently adopted two projects that will have impacts on expiration dates and development in the Central City Plan District. Both projects will go into effect on August 10, 2020.

August 5, 2020 5:09 pm Public notice

Remote Video Reinspection Program Meets Today’s Challenges

Plans Examiner Newsletter

July 29, 2020 7:37 am Newsletter

Share your Views on a Draft Proposal for Updates to Portland’s Tree Code

Updated July 28, 2020 1:35 pm News article

Rest and Social Justice

Take time to rest for your own health and for your community.

June 9, 2020 5:45 pm Blog post

Field Issuance Remodel (FIR) Update

Services for the week of June 8, 2020.

Updated June 8, 2020 8:31 am Public notice

PBOT COVID-19 Frontline Communities Partnership

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has launched a new initiative called Safe Streets to respond to the Covid-19 public health crisis. The program will make temporary changes to city streets and sidewalks to support physical distancing in public spaces and other critical travel needs.

Updated June 5, 2020 1:00 pm News article

News Blog: PedPDX: Walking While Black

PedPDX data analysis and public outreach finds that one’s experience walking in Portland depends a lot on where in the city you live or work, but it also depends upon who you are.

Updated June 4, 2020 5:05 pm News article