Centennial Mills demolition

Following a major fire, contractors plan to begin demolishing a warehouse on Northwest Naito Parkway on Monday, August 17, using controlled explosions. Safety is our top priority. More information

Portland and the federal government

Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

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City of Portland welcomes two new members to the Design Commission

The Portland City Council recently approved the appointments of an artist and a landscape architect to the Design Commission, each for four-year terms.

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Portland Permitting & Development joins Prosper Portland’s Office of Small Business Community Office Hour events

Permitting & Development’s Land Use Services division is pleased to partner with Prosper Portland’s Office of Small Business at its monthly community office hours to offer helpful information about how the City’s zoning rules affect small businesses.

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Minisplit installations: Faster, easier commercial mechanical permits start July 10

Skip the plan review and get your project moving.

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Permitting & Development fee changes take effect July 10

Learn more about the upcoming fee changes.

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Learn more about using salvaged lumber in residential construction projects

The City of Portland now accepts salvaged lumber in good condition for use in new residential and accessory structures.

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Follow these requirements to submit a permit application under fees in effect before July 1, 2026

Fees for permits are proposed to change. Follow these guidelines to submit a permit application under the current fees.

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Portland Permitting & Development joins Prosper Portland’s Office of Small Business Community Office Hour events

Permitting & Development’s Land Use Services division is pleased to partner with Prosper Portland’s Office of Small Business at its monthly community office hours to offer helpful information about how the City’s zoning rules affect small businesses.

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Portland celebrates Building Safety Month

Each May, building code professionals around the world promote Building Safety Month. Organized by the International Code Council, Building Safety Month seeks to raise awareness about the importance of building safety and of modern and updated building codes.

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Interim noise control rule on construction activities due to heat now in effect

Effective May 15, 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.

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Have a passion for promoting safety in floating buildings? Consider joining the River Community Advisory Committee.

The City of Portland is seeking interested persons who wish to apply to serve a three-year term on the River Community Advisory Committee. Applications are accepted through Sunday, June 21.

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