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Lower Macleay Trail Temporarily Closed August 17, 2021 Through December 2021

August 13, 2021 4:00 pm News article

A smoother street is coming to NE Fremont Street from NE 38th to 21st avenues

Paving work begins Monday, Aug. 16 on NE Fremont Street from NE 38th to 21st avenues, as part of the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) ongoing maintenance paving work. The street repairs will continue through the month of September, each weekday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and possibly weekends.

August 12, 2021 11:50 am Traffic Advisory

PBOT gears up for construction on SE Division from SE 80th to 174th avenues

The Outer Division Safety Project will invest $11M in safety improvements for pedestrians, drivers and people on bikes on one of the most dangerous streets in Portland

August 10, 2021 4:48 pm Press release

Intersection paving at César E. Chávez and SE Hawthorne boulevards will impact traffic on Wednesday and Thursday

Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes, construction to impact eastbound and westbound traffic on Hawthorne

August 10, 2021 12:38 pm Traffic Advisory

Stay updated on enhancements to ProjectDox

Building permit customers can stay informed on updates and new developments in the City's electronic plan review software.

August 9, 2021 5:00 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - August 2021 Update

August 8, 2021 9:52 am News article

Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Update

Sewer Connections: Permits Required for Sewer Connection and Repair

Updated August 4, 2021 10:10 am Newsletter

Interim and Draft Permanent Rules for Design Review Procedure Certification for Affordable Housing Developments

The public is invited to provide testimony on the draft rules. Please submit your comments by September 9, 2021. Virtual public hearing, September 9 at 11am. Follow the link to register.

August 2, 2021 8:30 am Public notice

Interim and Draft Permanent Rules for Deeper Housing Affordability Program

The public is invited to provide testimony on the draft permanent rules for the DHA program. Email or mail your testimony to PHB, or join the virtual public hearing on September 7.

August 2, 2021 8:00 am Public notice

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.

July 30, 2021 7:00 am News article

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.

July 28, 2021 7:01 pm Blog post

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.  

July 28, 2021 7:01 pm Blog post

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.

Updated July 27, 2021 11:30 am News article

Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Project Update - June 2021

Updated July 26, 2021 8:34 am Newsletter

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.

July 20, 2021 8:00 am News article

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

July 20, 2021 2:42 pm News article

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.

Updated July 7, 2021 2:35 pm News article

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

A new date will be announced when it becomes available.

July 1, 2021 1:59 pm Press release

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.

July 1, 2021 11:47 am News article

News Release: PBOT, state representatives, ODOT, and community announce historic 82nd Avenue funding

State and local elected leaders join Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty and PBOT to announce $80 million in funding for safer 82nd Ave. Funding makes the transformation of 82nd Ave. and its transfer to the city of Portland possible. PBOT also announces list of safety projects it will start immediately.

June 29, 2021 1:00 pm Press release