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Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Project Update - August 2021

Learn more about anticipated truck traffic and construction at Powell Butte Nature Park in our project e-newsletter.

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Consistent clean water is critical for hemodialysis patient care

Consistent, clean water is vital for hemodialysis treatment and overall patient care at OHSU Hospital. Learn how the Bull Run Filtration Project will benefit patient care from nurse manager Darcey Ayala.

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Important groundwork for design of the filtration facility

We completed the first of four design milestones for the filtration facility. The Filtration Facility Basis of Design Report provides the design foundation for the best treatment process for our water and is another major step toward making the filtration facility a reality.  

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City bureaus work to improve timeliness and efficiency in building permit process

Earlier this year, Commissioner Dan Ryan appointed a Permitting Improvement Task Force which met three times over two months and was charged with identifying solutions to improving the timeliness and efficiency of the building permit process.

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Remote Video Re-inspections protect health, keep residential projects moving during COVID-19

This service of the Bureau of Development Services provides video re-inspections for corrections on permitted work, saving time and money for customers and the City.

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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

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Follow these guidelines to submit a permit application under current zoning code before July 31, 2021

Changes to the City of Portland's zoning code will go into effect on Aug. 1, 2021. Learn more about how to submit a permit application if you wish to have the current zoning code apply to your project.

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Traffic Advisory: I-84 closure for bridge installation is postponed

A new date will be announced when it becomes available.

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DEQ Diesel Emissions Mitigation Grant Applications Open Through 8/31/21

DEQ grant funds to support compliance with Clean Air Construction are now available. Applications are open through 8/31/20. DEQ has $8 million to award and grants can cover up to 100% of retrofits, 40% of repower and 25% of replacement. The City provides free fleet assessments to qualifying firms.

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