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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 two 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, Feb. 18.

Updated January 17, 2024 12:50 pm News article

Deadline extended: Interested in improving neighborhood livability while supporting special events? Apply to serve on the Noise Review Board.

The City of Portland seeks an interested construction professional to serve a three-year term on the Noise Review Board. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Sunday, Feb. 18.

Updated January 17, 2024 12:45 pm News article

Deadline extended: City of Portland seeks experienced electricians passionate about safety to serve on appeals board

The City of Portland seeks two people to each serve a three-year term on the Electrical Code Board of Appeal. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are due no later than Sunday, Feb. 18.

Updated January 17, 2024 12:45 pm News article

PBOT Safe Routes to School January 2024 Newsletter

January 10, 2024 9:16 am Newsletter

Traffic Advisory: Traffic Lanes Closed on NE Grand Ave Between NE Broadway and NE Schuyler St for Sewer Construction

January 9, 2024 4:38 pm Traffic Advisory

Inclusionary Housing Calibration Code Changes to Be Presented to City Council

PHB will bring final recommendations for code changes for the Inclusionary Housing program to City Council for a presentation and public hearing on January 10 and a vote on January 31, 2024. Recommendations include expanding the IH full-building property tax exemption, effective March 1, 2024.

Updated January 4, 2024 8:00 pm News article

Are you a developer or contractor of large projects or a frequent customer interested in advising Portland’s permitting processes? Apply to serve on the Development Review 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 Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Thursday, Feb. 15.

January 4, 2024 11:00 am News article

Remote Video Re-Inspections feature improved scheduling, video platforms

It is now easier than ever to schedule and conduct a video re-inspection.

January 3, 2024 4:40 pm News article

Statement on greenway review for Zenith Energy Terminal Holdings

Today the Bureau of Development Services released a decision approving a greenway review for Zenith Energy Terminal Holdings, LLC.

January 2, 2024 3:40 pm News article

Portland Housing Bureau Announces Funding for 251 New Affordable Homes

Funds from the Metro Affordable Housing Bond and Multnomah County general fund will be deployed to fill funding gaps in four construction-ready projects.

December 20, 2023 9:30 am Press release

Rebecca Esau offers insights, advice as retirement nears

The outgoing director of the Bureau of Development Services offers her perspectives on the achievements of, and opportunities for, Portland’s permitting and zoning review processes.

December 15, 2023 11:45 am News article

Improvements made to online permitting portal, Development Hub PDX

Upgrades are now available: It’s easier than ever to provide necessary information as well as get construction and trade (electrical, mechanical and plumbing) permits on their way to approval.

December 14, 2023 4:30 pm News article

Urban Forestry and the Case of the Moving Tree

Urban Forestry Implements sections of City Code Title 11, the Tree Code.

December 14, 2023 1:00 pm News article

Design Commission offers advice to advance innovative affordable housing project on small lot

The Design Commission weighed in and offered early guidance on Nov. 16 on a proposed design for a 32-unit affordable housing development at 3606 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.

December 14, 2023 10:00 am News article

Updated NSFR Sample Site Plan just released

An updated New Single Family Residential (NSFR) Sample Site Plan is now available to aid in the permitting process.

December 14, 2023 9:30 am News article

Traffic Advisory: Pavement repairs at the intersection of NW 15th Avenue and West Burnside Street on Wednesday, Dec. 13

Expect lane reductions at the intersection of West Burnside and NW 15th Avenue from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

December 12, 2023 10:30 am Traffic Advisory

Mount Tabor Reservoir 6 stabilization repairs underway

Repairing current voids will allow Mount Tabor Reservoir 6 to be refilled with water later this winter.

December 11, 2023 2:56 pm News article

Prevent unwanted water use

You can prevent unwanted water use by securing your outdoor spigots.

December 11, 2023 1:15 pm News article

PBOT Safe Routes to School December 2023 Newsletter

Updated December 5, 2023 11:56 am Newsletter

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

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

Updated November 17, 2023 3:45 pm News article