Metro Reports: PCC Metro Center, Market Street Apartments, 5802 SE 92nd, and more

Posted on August 17, 2021 by nextportland

The new PCC Metropolitan Workforce Training Center, designed by Bora Architects, has been submitted for building permit review.

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. This post covers August 2nd, 2021 to August 8th, 2021.

Design Advice has been requested by McGuirl Designs & Architecture for the Market Street Apartments at 1541 SW Market St:

New affordable housing, multi-family building. 8 stories. 125 dwelling units. 2 Off-street loading zones. Stormwater disposal utilizing flow through planters.

A project at 5802 SE 92nd Ave has been submitted for a Pre-Permit Plan Check by Otak:

The proposed project is a multifamily residential building with 47 units and a commercial space in a 5-story building. The building will be connected to an existing 3-story building on the same site. Storm water for the existing building will remain as-is and the new portion of the building will handle storm water via an on-site drywell. No on-site parking will be provided.

A project at 6116 NE Willow St has been submitted for a Pre-Permit Plan Check:

New 9 unit apartment

A project at 10413 E Burnside St has been submitted for a Type II Design Review by Inland Oregon:

We are proposing to build a 211 unit six story (5 wood over 1 concrete) apartment building with one level of underground parking. Units will be restricted to households earning no more than 60% AMI.

A project at 605 SE Spokane St has been submitted for building permit review by Studio Cropp:

Single PDF – construct new 3-story, 8 unit residential complex. 4 units are 2-story and 4 units are single story on ground floor with associated site work.

A project at 2510 SE 21st Ave has been submitted for building permit review by Allusa Architecture:

Single PDF – construct new 2-story restaurant.

The PCC Metropolitan Workforce Training Center at 5600 NE 42nd Ave has been submitted for building permit review:

New two-story, approximately 50,000 sf office building and training center with a mass timber structural system. Includes classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, career center, open office spaces, common areas, a community room, and a leased partner space (w/21-106109-MT). Trash/recycling area included (21-056112-CO).

Metro Reports: Alberta Alive – 8th Ave, 221 NE 122nd Ave, 12 N Blandena St, and more

Posted on July 13, 2021 by nextportland

Alberta Alive – 8th Ave is one of two affordable housing developments on NE Alberta St designed by Access Architecture for Community Development Partners. The 8th Ave site will include 31 units units for Veterans with wraparound services; while the Grand Ave site will include 21 units with a focus on serving families and children.

Early Assistance has been requested by Mentrum Architecture for a project at 11054 SW 61st Ave:

the proposal is to build a new 12 unit, 3 story apartment building on the north portion of the lot and retain the existing house on the south portion and demolish the existing garage only. Stormwater through on-site drywell.

Early Assistance has been requested by Hennebery Eddy Architects for a project at 221 NE 122nd Ave:

Renovate and expand the existing vacant Safeway grocery store on this site to be a mixed-use facility serving a variety of their operational needs. The existing building is approximately 52,600 square feet. We propose expanding the footprint by about 5,000 square feet to the north, as well as adding a second story addition of approximately 16,000 square feet along the entire eastern side of the building along NE 122nd Avenue, for a total gross building area of approximately 73,000 square feet. Parking would remain in generally the same configuration as it is now, but we propose reducing the internal drive aisle in front of the building from three lanes to two. The existing loading dock on the south side of the building would remain. Reconstructed or new impervious area would be treated by stormwater planters within the landscape prior to discharge into existing drywells. The existing building will undergo a complete interior renovation and seismic upgrade, and exterior improvements will include new cladding, new glazing, and a new roof with photovoltaic panels and skylights.

Early Assistance has been requested by Otak for a project at 4624 SW Dickinson St:

Partial redevelopment of existing apartment complex. Follow up to July 2020 EA meeting. The property owner proposes to retain all four existing buildings on site (32 units) and add 121 new apartment units in four new structures for a total of 153 dwelling units on site; one new podium apartment building (4.5 stories over parking), and add three new 3 story apartment buildings. Parking would be provided on the lower level of the podium building replacing the existing surface parking and new surface parking around the 3 story apartment buildings. Adjustments to height are being requested. Stormwater disposal methods to be determined.

Early Assistance has been requested for a project South of 1010 SE 96th Ave:

The project is a building for a vet clinic. The proposed building footprint is 8,200 square feet and a second story is being considered for a total of approximately 16,000 square feet. Because this is being considered on a finished lot, it is assumed that all the utilities have already been developed but needs to be confirmed.

A Pre-Application Conference has been scheduled by SERA Architects to discuss a project at 135 NW Park Ave:

New Hotel, 5 over 1, 94,000 sq ft, 174 units, 1 Type B onsite loading space, eco-roof and flow through planter for onsite stormwater.

A project at 12 N Blandena St has been submitted for building permit review:

PDOX PS – new 3-story, 12-unit apartment building with associated site work and detached trash enclosure (less than 120 SF). W/ 21-050311- MT

A project at 66 SE Madison St has been submitted for building permit review by Stewart Gordon Straus Architect:

Single PDF – construct new two story building which include 5 catering kitchens with retail component, storage, restrooms, utility, trash and parking. W/ 21-056143-mt

Alberta Alive – 8th Ave at 4957 NE 8th Ave has been submitted for building permit review:

ALBERTA ALIVE – 8th AVE – New five-story, 31 unit apartment building with ground floor common areas, indoor bike storage room, and central laundry; includes site work *** w/ 21-049762-MT ***

Metro Reports: Riverplace Parcel 3, 11005 E Burnside, 5327 NE Glisan, and more

Posted on December 25, 2020 by nextportland

A building permit was issued for the second phase of BRIDGE Housing’s Riverplace Parcel 3. Originally intended to be market rate housing, the six story building will now be affordable housing. The first phase, named The Vera, was completed earlier this year.

Early Assistance has been requested by West Architects for a project at 5327 NE Glisan St:

New 27,671sf 30-unit apartment building

Early Assistance has been requested by Otak Inc and Palindrome Communities for a project at 5802 SE 92nd Ave:

The applicant seeks to develop a mixed-use project consisting of ground floor retail/commercial use and 4 floors of multifamily residential apartment use. The number of units is expected to be between approximately 37-42. The existing building on R135387 will be converted to ground floor commercial and residential units on the top floor It is assumed a mix of studio, one, and two bedrooms. On site parking will be evaluated. All required common/open space will be provided. Stormwater treatment has not yet been identified at this time.

Early Assistance has been requested by West Architects for a project at 2111 N Rosa Parks Way:

New 23,106SF, 30-unit apartment building with inclusionary housing.

A project at 11005 E Burnside St has been submitted for building permit by Mentrum Architecture:

PDOX PS – Construct new 3 story (29) unit apartment building with associated site work

Building permit were issued to Ankrom Moisan Architects for the second phase of Riverplace Parcel 3 at 2065 SW River Parkway:

New 6 story 5 over 1 Type IIIA and Type I wood apartment over concrete podium structure with ground floor commercial and daylight basement parking – 2nd 6 story tower permitted under 17-156297-CO, includes all site utility piping
PHB – BRIDGE HOUSING EAST TOWER – REV 03 – East building revised to meet program requirements for affordable housing. Fitness area removed, unit laundry removed and common laundry rooms added, mechanical system revised and electric heat added to units, unit bathrooms removed, foundation revision at NE corner, courtyard revised to include playground. See revision narrative for additional information.

Metro Reports: Centennial Place, De La Salle North Catholic High School, Bybee Lakes Hope Center, and more

Posted on July 29, 2020 by nextportland

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare’s Centennial Place Apartments will include 15 studios, 32 one-bedroom, and 24 two-bedroom affordable apartments.

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. This post covers July 13th, 2020 to July 19th, 2020.

Early Assistance has been requested for a project at 4624 SW Dickinson St:

Partial redevelopment of existing apartment complex. Remove 2 existing apartment buildings from the site and add 2 new buildings and a total of 300 dwelling units on site. Stormwater disposal methods to be determined.

Early Assistance has been requested by Polyphon Architecture & Design for a project at 1213 N Ainsworth St:

Proposed new development consisting of two four-story congregate living structures and trash enclosure. Stormwater to be infiltrated on-site via drywell within the central courtyard.

Early Assistance has been requested by Brett Schulz Architect for a project at 5035 NE 42nd Ave:

New five story assisted living facility for developmentally disadvantaged individuals, some of whom drive. The ground floor contains a small parking area, pharmacy and building lobby. Floors 2 thru 4 contains a total of 24 group living sleeping rooms with shared dining room and commercial kitchen. The fifth floor contains offices for the operator and staff of the facility.

A building permit has been submitted to Otak Inc to convert the never occupied Wapato Corrections Facility at 14355 N Bybee Lake Ct into the Bybee Lakes Hope Center:

BYBEE LAKES HOPE CENTER/SHELTER – tenant improvement to existing building to create a re-entry program for the houseless

A building permit is under review for Centennial Place at 3800 SE 164th Ave:

CENTENNIAL PLACE – Three story, 71 unit multi-family building, consisting entirely of affordable housing, plus surface parking; includes associated site work *** w/ 20-135564-MT ***

A series of building permits were issued to Bora Architects for the new De La Salle North Catholic High School at 5310 NE 42nd Ave:

DE LA SALLE H.S. – Renovation of existing building for new high school, including seismic upgrade, new finishes, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection *** w/19-256420-CO, 20-106062-CO, 19-256433-MT, & 20-106063-MT ***
DE LA SALLE H.S. – New 21,000 s.f. gym, commons, and commercial kitchen for new high school; new driveway, parking, and associated site work *** w/20-105975-CO, 20-106062-CO, 19-256433-MT, & 20-106063-MT ***
DE LA SALLE H.S. – New 732 s.f. structurally independent covered walkway between the new and existing buildings *** w/19-256420-CO, 20-105975-CO, 19-256433-MT, & 20-106063-MT ***

Building permits were issued to Edge Development for a project at 5635 and 5645 NE Glisan St (previously 5625 NE Glisan St):

New 3 story, 12 unit apartment building with trash room, electrical room, and associated site work and covered bike storage area . W/19-218545 MT
New 3 story, 13 unit apartment building with associated site work and covered bike storage area

A building permit was issued for a project at 5321 NE Glisan St (previously 5315 NE Glisan St):

New single story building for use a convenience store; site work to include new walkway, landscaping, and 100sf detached trash enclosure; ***Mechanical permit separate*** w/19-261541-rs septic decommissioning required. Call for inspection 842.

Metro Reports: 1297 SW Cardinell, 1139 SW Gibbs & 110 SE Main

Posted on April 27, 2020 by nextportland

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. This post covers April 13th, 2020 to April 19th, 2020.

Early Assistance has been requested by Otak, Inc for a project at 1297 SW Cardinell Dr:

19-unit multifamily condominium development with associated parking. Stormwater disposal methods not yet determined.

Early Assistance has been requested by Edge Development for a project at 1139 SW Gibbs St:

New 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building. No on-site parking proposed.

A building permit was issued for a project at 110 SE Main St:

Renovate one story warehouse: change of occupancy, 133 SF addition, 41-BPOE seismic upgrade, full buildout of 3 tenant spaces to include 3 kitchens, break rooms, locker rooms, toilet rooms w/ showers, complete reroof; infill SE loading dock. Demo 36′ x 41′ area of roof for new courtyard; new openings in (E) walls; new stairs, new windows & doors; 133 sf trash room addition. Demo: SE loading dock/ramp; sidewalk planters, stairs; (e) toilet rooms; east overhead doors; (E) non-bearing partitions.

Hyatt Place & Allison Residences Approved, Appealed to City Council (images)

Posted on March 14, 2020 by nextportland

The Design Commission has approved the Hyatt Place & Allison Residences, a 23 story tower in the Pearl District. That decision has now been appealed to the City Council by the Pearl Neighbors for Integrity in Design (PNID), a group of nearby residents that is separate from the neighborhood association.

The project is being developed by Vibrant Cities in partnership with the Sunray Group, with design by Otak. The lower 11 floors of the 249′ tall building would be occupied by a 160-room Hyatt Place branded hotel. The upper 12 floors would be residential, with 113 apartment units. No vehicular parking is proposed. Bicycle parking spaces are proposed in a basement bike room.

The building will be subject to the city’s inclusionary housing rules, which require the provision of affordable housing or the payment of a fee-in-lieu.

Hyatt Place & Allison Residences Goes in Front of Design Commission (images)

Posted on August 8, 2019 by nextportland

A proposed 23 story tower in the Pearl District has gone in front of the Design Commission for its first Design Review hearing. The project is being developed by Vibrant Cities in partnership with the Sunray Group, with design by Otak. The lower 11 floors of the 249′ tall building would be occupied by a 170-room Hyatt Place branded hotel. The upper 12 floors would be residential, with 110 apartment units. No vehicular parking is proposed. 174 long-term bicycle parking spaces are proposed in a mezzanine level bike room.

The building will be subject to the city’s inclusionary housing rules, which require the provision of affordable housing or the payment of a fee-in-lieu.

Metro Reports: Marquam Hill Apartments, Broadway Corridor, Hyatt Place, and more

Posted on April 21, 2019 by nextportland

Design Advice has been requested for the Broadway Corridor Masterplan at the former post office site in the Pearl:

Place holder DA request. Applicant is hoping for June 6th and again on July 11th. Note Pre-app EA 19-147103.

Early Assistance has been requested by Ankrom Moisan Architects for the Small Division Apartments at 11332 SE Division St:

60 units of low-barrier permanent supporting housing. They will eventually need/want the info related to the RM2 zoning (through the Better Housing by Design).

The Hyatt Place at 350 NW 12th Ave has been submitted for a Type III Design Review by Otak Architects:

Development of a 23-story building. 11 stories will be used for a new Hyatt Place brand hotel (170 rooms). 12 stories will be used for a new residential apartment community (110 one-bedroom and studio units).

A project at 6716 NE Garfield Ave has been submitted for building permit review by Ink:Built Architecture:

New 3-story, 28-unit modular apartment building with trash enclosure and associated site work.

The Marquam Hill Apartments at 3140 SW 12th Ave have been submitted for building permit review by Steelhead Architecture:

1 of 3 new 5 story 40 units multifamily building on consolidated tax lots and associated siteworks includes trash enclosure and parking. Ground floor includes parking, stair and lobby.
2 of 3 new 5 story 24 units multifamily building on consolidated tax lots and associated siteworks includes trash enclosure and parking. Ground floor includes parking, stair and lobby.
3 of 3 new 3 story 8 units multifamily building on consolidated tax lots and associated siteworks includes parking.

A project at 7206 N St Louis Ave has been submitted for building permit review:

Construction of new 6-unit apartment building with fire sprinkler room; 40 sq ft trash enclosure and associated sitework. Existing house to remain. Mechanical permit to be separate.

A building permit was issued to Urban Development Group for a project at 425 NE Bryant St (previously 7000 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd):

New 3-story, 12-unit apartment building with no on-site parking

A building permit was issued to Wright Architecture for a project at 435 NE Church St:

New 3 story apartment building with 19 units and associated site work. No off street parking.

A building permit was issued for a project at 1505 N Humboldt St (previously 4905 N Interstate Ave):

New 3-story, 12-unit apartment with trash and riser rooms. ***Fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm, mechanical, plumbing, electrical separate permits***

Hyatt Place Receives Design Advice (images)

Posted on February 5, 2019 by nextportland

A proposed 23 story tower in the Pearl District has gone in front of the Design Commission to receive Design Advice. The project is being developed by Vibrant Cities in partnership with the Sunray Group, with design by Otak. The lower 11 floors of the 250′ tall building would be occupied by a Hyatt Place branded hotel. The upper 12 floors would be residential, with 120 apartment units. No vehicular parking is proposed.

Metro Reports: 52nd Ave Apartments, KEX Portland, 3733 N Williams, and more

Posted on October 18, 2018 by nextportland

An existing 1981 office building on 52nd Avenue will be converted into 32 new apartment units.

Early Assistance has been requested by Otak for a project at 3733 N Williams Ave:

A mixed-use building including approximately 1,500 sf of retail, community space, exercise room and other ancillary spaces at the ground level and a total of 19 residential dwelling units at levels 2-4

A Pre-Application Conference has been scheduled by Project^ for a project at 2300 SW 6th Ave:

Proposal for a 5–story self-service storage development totaling approximately 77,000 SF.

A building permit was issued for the KEX Portland Hostel at 100 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd:

Change of occupancy from M, R-2 to A-2, A-3, R-1 – to create a gastropub and hostel with guest services on 3 levels; basement to include guest services, kitchen, bar area; new rooftop lounge & bar area. Seismic upgrade

A building permit was issued to DiLoreto Architecture for the 52nd Avenue Apartments at 6615 SE 52nd Ave:

Change of occupancy from “B” to R-2”, conversion of office building to 32 unit apartment building, includes associated sitework, new drive and curb cut, and restriping the (E) parking lot. Seismic upgrade

A building permit was issued for a project at 14765 NE Couch St:

Building 2 of new 30 unit multi-familly housing unit complex; this building contains 3 units; 3 story buildings with lower level private garages. Trash enclosure under 120 sq ft. Included associated site work.

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