Eggs & Issues 11/16 – “Stuck – Why Portland Has Stopped Building”
Matt speaks with Todd Morse – President, Urbanist Coalition of Portland
- Event Name: “Stuck – Why Portland Has Stopped Building”
- Topic Summary: After a decade of rapid growth, Portland’s housing boom is slowing while nearby communities surge, and Eggs & Issues will explore why development is stalling and how the city can meet the needs of residents and employers.
- What to Expect: A lively discussion on Portland’s housing future, the challenges and opportunities facing developers and city planners, and insights into the policies shaping what gets built—and what doesn’t.
- Key Questions to Be Addressed:
- Why is Portland’s housing development slowing down?
- How do city policies, inclusionary zoning, and market conditions affect new construction?
- What can Portland learn from nearby communities that are growing more quickly?
- How can the city continue to meet the needs of residents, businesses, and future growth?
- Featured Speakers:
- Kevin Kraft – Planning & Urban Development Director, City of Portland
- Jonathan Culley – Principal, RedFern Properties
- Todd Morse – President, Urbanist Coalition of Portland
- Key Questions to Be Addressed:
- What to Expect: A lively discussion on Portland’s housing future, the challenges and opportunities facing developers and city planners, and insights into the policies shaping what gets built—and what doesn’t.
