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Neighborhood Contact – New Online Tools
Portland’s Neighborhood Contact requirements provide an opportunity for those who live, work or otherwise pass by a development site to learn about a project before the owner submits for permits or applies for a land use review.
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Public Works 101: When Private Development Triggers Public Improvements
Private development projects can trigger public infrastructure improvements to provide water, stormwater, sewer, and transportation services for public benefit. This Lunch & Learn video gives you an overview of what types of projects can trigger public improvements and the public works process.
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BDS Announces Search for Volunteers to Serve on the Historic Landmarks Commission
The Bureau of Development Services has announced a search for anyone interested in filling a vacancy on the City of Portland Historic Landmarks Commission.
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Willamette River Crossing Project Update - September 2019
Portland’s water mains (pipes) that cross the Willamette River are more than 50 years old and will probably not survive a major earthquake. The Willamette River Crossing Project, which will build an earthquake-resilient water main deep under the Willamette River, is part of the Water Bureau’s commit
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Proposed Amendments to Administrative Rule for Accessory Short-Term Rental Enforcement
The Bureau of Development Services is proposing to amend administrative rules related to enforcement of Accessory Short-Term Rentals (ASTRs) that are allowed by the Portland Zoning Code Chapter 33.207.
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Proposed Administrative Rule on Specifications for On-Site Notices (Signs) on Future Development Sites
On May 8, 2019, City Council adopted amendments to Portland City Code Title 33 relating to the Neighborhood Contact Requirement for certain projects. The updated code goes into effect on December 2, 2019.
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Public Hearings Scheduled for Proposed Amendments to Title 11, Trees, Regarding Tree Preservation for Private Trees in Development Situations.
A new proposal will be heard by both the Planning and Sustainability Commission and the Urban Forestry Commission who will make recommendations to City Council.
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City Seeking Input on the City of Portland Erosion Manual and Sediment Control Manual
BDS, together with BES, wants your input on the City’s Erosion and Sediment Control Manual in preparation for an update to the manual.
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Title 4 Original Art Murals, Recommended Amendments
The Bureau of Development Services, in partnership with the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, will propose a set of code amendments to the Portland City Council on August 7, 2019 at 10 a.m. The amendments are intended to allow murals in more locations around the City. Read the recommended code.
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Request for Feedback: Draft of New Administrative Rule on Requirements for Notification Signs on Future Development Sites
The Bureau of Development Services (BDS) wants your input on the first draft of an administrative rule outlining requirements for signs posted on future development sites.
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New Simple Bathroom Permit Program
Beginning on April 1, 2019, The Bureau of Development Services will launch a new program to simplify bathroom permits for small projects.
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Structural Advisory Board Meeting • June 12, 2019
The Structural Advisory Board will meet on June 12, 2019 at 2 p.m. to discuss the appeal for the proposed Atomic Orchard project located at 2510 NE Sandy Blvd.
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Land Use Division Fee Increases Passed by City Council
On February 20, 2019, City Council passed a fee increase ordinance that was presented by representatives of the BDS Land Use Services Division, the first in nearly five years.
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Update about URM Ordinances 189201 & 189309 Requirements and Letter Notifications
Notifications to owners of Public buildings informing them of the requirements of the ordinance and how to comply with these requirements were mailed December 7, 2018. Notifications to other URM building owners except non-profits, were mailed on January 9, 2019.
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