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2022 Portland Housing Bond Progress Report

Presenting the 2022 progress report for the Portland Housing Bond.

March 28, 2023 1:15 pm News article

A young family sits smiling in the courtyard of their apartment complex, Crescent Court. Mom and dad both wear glasses, while their young son stands between them in a striped red and gray shirt. Text reads "Portland's Housing Bond - Investing Together in Affordable Homes. 2022 Progress Report."

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Updated March 27, 2023 8:58 am Newsletter

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.

March 22, 2023 9:49 am Press release

Cropped version of the 2022 State of Housing report cover.

Portland City Council adopts two ordinances to assist in office-to-residential conversions

On March 15, the Portland City Council adopted two emergency ordinances aimed at making it a little easier to change vacant office space to housing.

March 17, 2023 8:15 am News article

This photo illustrates a brick commercial building.

Rubio, Development Services release results of housing production survey

To better understand some of the constraints affecting the building of needed housing units in Portland, the City surveyed development professionals to identify changes that may achieve development more quickly.

March 15, 2023 9:00 am Press release

Portland achieving results through innovations in its solar permitting process

Property owners want to reduce their reliance on the energy grid and promote cleaner and more sustainable sources of electricity. The City of Portland is testing new approaches in the review of permits for solar panel arrays.

March 14, 2023 8:00 am Press release

Deadline extended: Interested in promoting new tools to guide Portland's building permit process? Apply to serve on the Process Improvement and Technology Subcommittee

This subcommittee of the Development Review Advisory Committee proposes improvements to business processes for issuing building permits in the City of Portland. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Monday, March 20.

Updated March 2, 2023 9:15 am News article

This is a photo of a permit technician reviewing construction plans on a computer screen.

Development Services, Fire and Rescue to launch pilot for reviewing solar permit applications

This three-month effort seeks to streamline evaluations of residential solar panel installations requiring engineering reviews.

February 15, 2023 4:15 pm News article

Historic Landmarks Commission endorses addition to historic library

Albina Library, a 111-year-old community institution in Northeast Portland, will be updated to meet modern building standards and community needs while honoring historic context.

February 14, 2023 4:00 pm News article

This is a drawing of the front of the Albina Library on Northeast Knott Street and proposed changes.

Willamette River Crossing Project Update - January 2023

January 31, 2023 9:45 am News article

Bridge looking over the Willamette with pipes illistated below the water and soil is visible.

Fulton Pump Mains Replacement - January 2023

Read our January 2023 e-newsletter for an update on the water main replacement project happening in SW Portland

January 30, 2023 8:00 am Newsletter

City Council Statement: ‘A Roadmap for the Next Two Years’

Resolution authorizes Chief Administrative Officer Michael Jordan to implement Measure 26-228, provides insight on how Commissioners-in-Charge will lead organizational change to prepare for City Administrator management, establishes 90-day action plans that address Portland’s most urgent need.

January 27, 2023 9:30 am Press release