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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving.
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Apply for an annual area parking permit for residents and employers in Zones A-U

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Apply for a permit to reserve on-street parking

Portland Parking Guide

Public Parking in Portland

Transportation Sign Up

Sign up for PBOT news and updates by topic

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Leaf Day (2023)

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GET HOME SAFE: Rainy Weather Travel Tips

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Adopt a storm drain

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Report an abandoned vehicle

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About BIKETOWN for All

People riding bikes in bike lanes near Moda Center

Biking in Portland

PBOT sidewalk crew

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Portland Gravel Street Service

PBOT Employee Portal

PBOT Employee Portal

Contact

PBOT 24/7 Maintenance Dispatch

PDXroads@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-1700Available 24/7 for emergency road hazards.

PBOT Customer Service (by PDX 311)

311@portlandoregon.gov
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Portland Bureau of Transportation

1120 SW Fifth Ave., Suite 1331
Portland , OR
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Vision Zero

Vision Zero: Eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries

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PBOT Budget

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Parking Enforcement and Operations

PBOT Maintenance Sidewalk Crew

Maintenance Operations

Walking, biking, transit

Walking, Biking, Transit, and Transportation Safety

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Transportation Regulatory Program

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Transportation Planning

Rendering of Blumenaur bridge

Transportation Projects

Street closure

Transportation Permitting

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Transportation Director's Office

News

Transportation agencies are ready for winter weather, urge public to be prepared

As the holiday season approaches, Portland area transportation agencies advise the public to take steps today to prepare for potential snow, ice and other severe weather conditions.

Updated Press release

News Release: Commissioner Mapps Announces SmartPark Holiday Promotion as Part of PBOT’s Ongoing Support of Downtown Livability

Two downtown SmartPark garages located at SW 4th Avenue and Yamhill Street and SW 10th Avenue and Yamhill Street will offer free Saturday and Sunday parking from Nov. 24 to Dec. 31 to support downtown businesses during the holiday season.

Press release

Entrance of the 10th and Yamhill parking garage

Traffic Advisory: PBOT begins construction on six pedestrian crossing signals on 82nd Avenue

New upgrades to street lighting on the corridor also coming soon.

Traffic Advisory

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Events

Winter Walk + Roll to School Day

Put on your snow or rain boots and walk or roll to school while enjoying winter time in Portland.

Community Event
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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