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Findley Commons: Veteran-Specific Supportive Housing
Learn about the Veteran-Specific Permanent Supportive Housing development Findley Commons in this video featuring staff and residents.
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Notice of Interim and Draft Permanent Rules for Homebuyer Opportunity Limited Tax Exemption Program
The public is invited to provide testimony on the draft permanent rules. Please submit your comments by November 28, 2023. A hybrid public hearing will be held on November 28, 2023 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Follow the link below to register.
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October 2023 N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy Newsletter
October updates from the N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy.
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Portland's Housing Bond October 2023 Newsletter
The October 2023 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Rubio - Hope Springs at Francis + Clare Place - The Aurora's New Dawn - Las Adelitas Residents Take time for Self-Care - Charting Bond progress
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Notice of Proposed Permanent Administrative Rules for the Mandatory Relocation Assistance Exemption Eligibility and Approval Process
The public is invited to provide testimony on proposed technical changes to the Administrative Rules. Submit your comments by December 1, 2023. A hybrid public hearing will be held on November 8, 1:00-2:00 pm. Follow the link to register.
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Portland Housing Bureau and Multnomah County Partner to Release $28.8M in Capital Funding for 400+ Affordable Homes
Funds from the Metro Affordable Housing Bond and Multnomah County general fund will target permit-ready projects with remaining budget gaps; funds from the Portland Clean Energy Fund, the Joint Office of Homeless Services, and Section 8 vouchers also available.
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FREE training sessions for Landlords on Portland Landlord-Tenant Law
New trainings added for 2023 and 2024! Register now to attend a virtual session.
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Interim Director Molly C. Rogers announces her departure from the Portland Housing Bureau
Molly C. Rogers, the Interim Director of the Portland Housing Bureau, has announced her resignation. She has accepted the position of Director of Housing Services for Washington County. Interim Director Rogers’ last day the Bureau will be September 8, 2023.
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Portland's Housing Bond July 2023 Newsletter
The July 2023 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Rubio - Funding Swap Between Two Projects - The Joyce opens - Major Milestones Abound - Charting Bond progress
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Senate Bill 611 Passed by Oregon Legislature
SB 611 makes key changes to how the maximum allowable annual rent increases percentage is calculated for residential tenancies.
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Rental Housing Application and Screening: New 2023 Income Requirement Table
Updated table for determining minimum income requirements for rental housing applicants under PCC 30.01.086.
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Bond Funds Reallocated Between Two Projects; Metro Bond Project Withdrawal
To bring affordable homes online sooner, the 149-unit Barbur Apartments have switched from Portland Housing Bond to Metro Housing Bond funding; 149 units in hollywoodHUB have switched from Portland to Metro Bond funding. All unit counts remain the same. The Alcena will not move forward.
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The Joyce Opens in Downtown Portland to Provide Permanent Supportive Housing for People Exiting Homelessness
The project opening marks eleventh for Portland’s Housing Bond since voters approved the city’s first bond measure for affordable housing.
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N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy 2022 Annual Report
On May 31, the N/NE Oversight Committee presented their 2022 Annual Report to Portland City Council. Among its many highlights, the presentation illustrates that place matters, and matters greatly.
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2022 Oversight Committee Report Highlights Landmark Year for Portland’s Housing Bond
The committee overseeing implementation of city’s first affordable housing bond presented their 2022 report, highlighting the City’s accomplishments in exceeding commitments for the voter-approved resources.
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HB2001 Passed by Oregon Legislature
Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 2001 which makes key changes to the eviction process.
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2022 Portland Housing Bond Progress Report
Presenting the 2022 progress report for the Portland Housing Bond.
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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.
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January 2023 N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy Newsletter
January updates from the N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy.
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City of Portland and Metro Advance Four New Affordable Housing Projects
Portland will exceed its goal for Metro’s Affordable Housing Bond with four new projects focused on rental and homeownership opportunities.
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