Portland is updating its Historic Resources Code (HRC) for the first time in several decades. Communities have an opportunity to testify on or before November 3, 2021, 2:00 pm before the City Council. To learn more, PDX Main Streets is hosting a community presentation in partnership with Hawthorne Boulevard Business Association and three SE Portland Neighborhoods. Join us for a presentation by City Planning staff Brandon Spencer-Hartle, followed by a community discussion on October 28, at 12-1:00 pm via Zoom (details below).

This policy could mean significant changes in the way our community’s historic resources are identified, designated, and protected. Expanded options for the adaptive reuse of buildings are being proposed as well as revisions to the criteria that must be met when a historic building is slated for demolition.

Upper Hawthorne is an example of an area that is not a designated historic district nor a conservation district, and many have asked if it should be. Join us to learn more about key issues, opportunities for advocacy and how to be more involved!

Advance registration required. Register NOW to learn more.

LUNCH & LEARN: Oct 28, 2021 12:00-1:00 pm (Free Event, although donations welcome!)

Proposed New Historic Resources Policy: Presentation & Discussion on Council Amendments & Advocacy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

*This event is organized by PDX Main Streets Design Initiative in collaboration with the Richmond Neighborhood Association (RNA), Hosford Abernethy Neighborhood District (HAND), Sunnyside Neighborhood (SNA), and the Hawthorne Blvd Business Association (HBBA).