Urbanist Coalition of Portland Policy
These are our current policy recommendations and initiatives. Proposing and analyzing policy is one of the core roles of our group. Use this page to keep up to date on the policies we are working on and learn more about them. If you have any feedback or questions please reach out to us on social media or at [email protected].
Reclaim Franklin Street for Housing
Franklin Street is oversized for the traffic it serves, divides historic neighborhoods, and occupies valuable land in the heart of our city. UCP presents the Franklin Reclamation Authority volunteer working group's analysis of the exciting affordable housing development opportunities along a redesigned Franklin corridor.
ReCode Recommendations
Portland is in the process of changing its zoning code. These are our recommendations for how we can make the most out of this opportunity to improve our neighborhoods.
Comply with the Spirit of LD2003
Portland must update our land use code by January 1st 2024 to comply with the state law, LD2003. This law intends to expand housing opportunities but Portland's implementation adds additional restrictions that undermine this goal. We must amend this proposal to ensure it complies with the spirit of the law.