Architecture and Development in PDX
The Historic Landmarks Commission has approved a mixed use development at SW 3rd & Ash. The building by GBD Architects for Downtown Development Group will include 133 residential units, 20% of which will be reserved for people earning no more than 80% of Area Median Income. At the ground level 8,640 sf of retail space is proposed. Parking for 63 vehicles will be located in one level of underground parking. Long term parking for 250 bicycles will be provided.
The proposed reconstruction of the Portland Building, which will include a new aluminum rainscreen cladding
Portland Architecture looked at the proposed rebuild of the Portland Building, where the city is taking a “bold, non-historic approach [to] restoring [the] Graves-designed landmark.”
The DJC reported that after a second City Council hearing the Ankeny Apartments are still in limbo despite mediation and revised plans*.
Eater Portland took a look at Schilling Cider, who have opened the world’s largest cider taproom in the Goat Blocks.
Citylab wrote about how Oregon HB 2007 could strip Portland of its NIMBY powers.
The Oregonian reported on a revised financing deal for the Providence Park Expansion, which includes a larger tax break for the Timbers in the near term, in exchange for more money for the City from 2025 on.
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Design Advice has been offered to GBD Architects for South Waterfront Blocks 42 and 45. The multi-block development will include 510 residential units, in two 7 story buildings. The project is being developed by Cairn Pacific.
A building permit was issued for William Kaven Architecture’s project at 4075 N Williams Ave.
Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. We publish the highlights.
Early Assistance has been requested by Case Design Group for a project at 833 SW Naito Parkway:
Demo existing building(s) and develop new 5000 sq ft building for assembly use. Site is non-contributing located in Yamhill Historic District.
The Abernethy Flats at 2014 SE 11th have been submitted for building permit review:
New 4 story, 34 unit apartment building with (2) tenant spaces on first floor (no occupancy this permit); includes associated sitework *** w/ 17-185728-MT permit ***
A building permit was issued to Studio3 Architecture for a project at 2220 NW Pettygrove St:
Construct new 4 story (above grade) (40) unit apartment building; associated site work
A building permit was issued to Partin & Hill Architecture for a project with two buildings at 7250 NE Killingsworth St:
New 12 unit three story apartment building, mechanical under separate permit
New 12 unit three story apartment building and related site improvements including parking, landscaping and storm water facilities, mechanical under separate permit
A building permit was issued to William Kaven Architecture for a project at 4075 N Williams Ave:
New 4 story mixed use building. Parking and retail on ground floor. Offices on floors two through four; enclosed transformer at southwest corner; associated site work; shell only. Separate tenant improvement permits required for retail and office spaces.
The Design Commission has approved 5 MLK, the 17 story Burnside Bridgehead tower. The design of the project is by Chicago based GREC Architects, for Portland based developer Gerding Edlen. The 200′ tall building will include approximately 112,000 sq ft of office space, 220 residential apartments and 14,000 sq ft of retail space. Parking for 158 vehicles and 344 bicycles will be provided.
A conceptual image of the park proposed on the Zidell property, underneath the Ross Island Bridge. An update on plans for the Zidell Yards was recently given to the Design Commission.
Despite hiccups, Zidell Marine launched their last ever barge on Friday, according to the Oregonian. The company is now looking ahead to the redevelopment of their site.
The DJC took a look at* Mahlum’s work on the Grant High School Modernization, which will include “demolition of 30 percent of existing structures as well as construction of a two-story common square featuring an eatery and a community gathering space.”
OPB reported on how the recently passed Portland Public Schools bond, the largest in state history, faces labor and logistical challenges.
Portland Architecture spoke to Allied Works principal Chelsea Grassinger about plans for the Providence Park Expansion.
The Portland Business Journal reported on construction progress at the 9North office building (previously known as Station Place Lot 5).
City Observatory asked whether historic preservation is NIMBYism for the rich.
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The Eastside Health Center at 122nd and Burnside will include two floors of integrated primary care, substance use disorder treatment, domestic violence counseling and wellness services, as well as on-site housing operated by Central City Concern.
Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. We publish the highlights.
Design Advice has been requested by Alamo Manhattan for two buildings at 3714 SW Macadam Ave:
The projects are two separate mid-rise structures with a mixed-use program comprised of multi-family housing (approx. 200 units in each building), commercial and parking uses. Parking for approx. 240 cars will be provided in each garage structure.
Early Assistance has been requested by Ankrom Moisan Architects for a project at SE 124th & Ash:
Approximately 170 units of affordable senior housing to be developed at SWC/ 124th & SE ASH ST, former TRI-MET park and ride parking lot. Project will be slab on grade with four stories of wood framing, presumably type V construction. Site parking will be incorporated at 0.25 per unit along with bike parking. Applicant is meeting Community Design Standards.
Early Assistance has been requested by EPR Design for a project at 3723 SW Hood Ave:
Proposal is to construct two buildings on two separate tax lots. Each building with have 13 residential units and the buildings will be identical.There is no parking proposed on-site and it is not required as the site is close to public transportation. Because of the minimal area and slope of lot (20% or greater) a flow-through planter is proposed for the roof storm water. Each unit will have private decks and a common shared outdoor area. The developer’s goals are to meet all of base zone standards without any adjustment requests. The site area is in the regulatory landslide hazard area.
Early Assistance has been requested by Carleton Hart Architecture for a project at 1206 NE Alberta St:
Proposal is for a 4-story multifamily residential development of 48 units total with ground floor retail (future TI). Support spaces for residential include lobby, management office, common utility spaces and bicycle storage. Exterior site improvements and streetscape upgrades on three frontages are also included in the project. Stormwater disposal will be via on-site drywells.
A Pre-Application Conference has been scheduled to discuss work at Adventist Medical Center:
Previous EA – 17-123133. The proposed improvements will increase development on campus by 107,726 sf from additional sq footage: build out the remaining 47,226 sq ft of shell space in Pavillion; re-purpose the former in-patient psychiatric facilities located in hospital north wing for other campus medical uses (results in no additional square footage); expand Nursing Tower by 50,000 sq ft to allow for larger inpatient rooms (increasing typical size from 110 sq ft to approx 300 sq ft per room – without adding add’l beds; construct a 10,000 sq ft childcare/daycare facility on the west end of the property north of Main Street; add a community garden (open-to-the-public) approx 58,000 sq ft in size (results in no add’l square footage).
The Providence Park Expansion has been submitted for Type III Design Review by Allied Works Architecture:
Proposal is for the eastside expansion of Providence Park to create a more inviting sports venue and to amplify the sound and energy created by The Timbers Army and fans throughout the stadium. The building will be a lacework of steel structure preserving connection to the neighborhood and inviting lights/views from all sides.
The Eastside Health Center at 25 NE 122nd Ave has been submitted for building permit review by Ankrom Moisan Architects:
New 6 story mixed use building to consist of medical clinic, mix of transitional housing and mult family residential housing
A building permit was issued to LRS Architects for a project at 4204 NE Halsey St:
Construct new 6 story building with concrete podium and 5 level wood framed construction; ground floor level parking with building lobby and 3 future tenant spaces; top levels to include 100 apartment units; associated site work
A building permit was issued for a project at 2027 SE Harold St:
Construct new 3 story (4) unit apartment building with associated site work
Design Advice has been offered to LRS Architects for the Broadway Bridge-Naito Parkway Apartments. The project, being developed by the Wolff Company, will include two buildings located either side of the Broadway Bridge. The southern building will rise to 5 stories, and will include 43 units. The northern building will be 6 stories tall, and will include 203 units. Parking for for both buildings will be located in the north building, with 210 spaces provided.
Framework will include ground floor retail space, 5 floors of office space and 5 floors of affordable housing.
The Oregonian took a look at the transformation planned for the Lloyd Center and surrounding blocks, including the NE Multnomah Plaza, West Anchor Remodel, East Anchor Remodel, 1400 NE Multnomah and 1510 NE Multnomah.
New design guidelines for the New Chinatown Japantown Historic District will go in front of City Council for approval later this year. The DJC looked at how the guidelines aim to preserve a Chinatown that is unlike others*.
An appeal of the Historic Landmarks Commission’s approval of Pearl East will go before City Council on Wednesday, reports the NW Examiner. The approval is being challenged by a neighbor who believes the building is too tall for the NW 13th Avenue Historic District.
Jordan Schnitzer will give PSU $5 million to open an art museum in Neuberger Hall, reports the Oregonian.
A building permit is ready to issue for Framework, reports Dezeen. The Pearl District tower will be the tallest timber high rise in the USA when it is completed.
The Oregon Convention Center is planning a renovation that will complement the Convention Center Hotel, according to the Business Tribune. Work will include a major remodel of the existing plaza at NE Holladay and MLK. Construction on the Hyatt Regency branded hotel is expected to start this summer.
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Design Advice has been offered to Allied Works Architecture for the expansion of Providence Park. The $50 million privately funded project would add 4,000 seats to the stadium, bringing its capacity to just over 25,000. The roof of the new structure will reach a height of 92′-10″ above the sidewalk and 124′-1 1/2″ above the field.
