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Bureau of Development Services fee changes, effective July 1, 2023

Learn more about the new fees.

Updated June 16, 2023 8:35 am News article

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.

June 13, 2023 9:03 am News article

No administrative appeals to be considered on Wednesday, July 5

There will not be a weekly Administrative Appeals Board meeting held during the week of July 3, 2023.

June 8, 2023 11:10 am News article

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.

June 6, 2023 11:51 am Press release

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.

May 31, 2023 10:34 am Report

Interested in helping improve neighborhood livability while supporting special events? Apply to serve on the Noise Review Board

The City of Portland seeks interested persons to serve in one position for a three-year term on the Noise Review Board. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Wednesday, June 28.

May 25, 2023 4:05 pm News article

PBOT Vision Zero May 2023 Newsletter

Updated May 25, 2023 11:58 am Newsletter

PBOT Safe Routes to School May Newsletter

Updated May 25, 2023 11:43 am Newsletter

Design and Historic Landmarks commissions present State of the City Reports to City Council

On March 15, the Design Commission and the Historic Landmarks Commission presented their annual reports to City Council. Their reports focused on successes and challenges of the past year as well as goals for the coming year.

May 17, 2023 5:25 pm News article

Interim noise control rule on construction activities due to heat

Effective May 15, 2023, construction activities may begin at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday without a noise variance when the temperature predicted by the National Weather Service is expected to exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit by 3 p.m.

May 15, 2023 9:00 am News article

Traffic Advisory: Two intersections to close on SW Capitol Highway, May 15-19, as transformative Multnomah Village construction project nears completion

Two short-term traffic impacts next week as final paving begins on the SW Capitol Highway: Multnomah Village – West Portland Project.

May 12, 2023 11:28 am Traffic Advisory

Traffic Advisory: NE 33rd Avenue Bridge over Lombard to be fully closed for final stages of repair starting Tuesday, May 16, to reopen mid-summer

The bridge and all its ramps will be closed as crews lift the bridge and fix a cracked concrete support column discovered after the summer 2021 heat dome

May 12, 2023 9:05 am Traffic Advisory

Planning a project? Do this first: Find your zoning using Portland Maps

Thinking about building an accessory dwelling unit? Got an exterior project in mind? It’s important to find out what zoning rules apply to your property. Even if your project does not require a building permit, you will still need to follow zoning requirements.

Updated May 10, 2023 8:33 am Blog post

April Safe Routes News and Resources

Updated May 1, 2023 9:30 pm Newsletter

SW Dolph Court and SW Alice Street closed east of SW Capitol Highway from April 25-28 for pavement restoration

April 24, 2023 4:31 pm Traffic Advisory

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.

April 19, 2023 3:30 pm News article

City Council allows deferral of system development charge payments for new housing units

The new temporary policy is one tool to incentivize the development of needed housing.

April 19, 2023 3:15 pm News article

Deadline extended: City of Portland seeks experienced heating and cooling professionals to serve on appeals board

The City of Portland seeks four people to each serve a three-year term on the Mechanical Code Board of Appeal. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are due no later than Sunday, May 7.

Updated April 11, 2023 11:50 am News article

Fulton Park Water Mains Replacement Update: March 2023

Read our March 2023 e-newsletter update to find more about our Fulton Park Water Mains Replacement Project.

March 31, 2023 12:09 pm Newsletter

Interested in helping guide the permitting process in Portland? Apply to serve on the Development Review Advisory Committee

The City of Portland is seeking interested land use planning professionals to serve in one position for a three-year term on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Sunday, April 30.

March 28, 2023 1:30 pm News article