Homeless & Housing Committee

Current Focus

  • Adjustments to Temporary SDC Exemption program
  • Exploring social housing and alternative financing
  • Updates on inclusionary zoning laws

How will adjustments to the Temporary SDC Exemption program ensure equitable access to housing for all income levels?

Committee Members

Candace Avalos
Candace Avalos D1
Jamie Dunphy
Jamie Dunphy D1
Dan Ryan
Dan Ryan D2
Angelita Morillo
Angelita Morillo D3
Eric Zimmerman
Eric Zimmerman D4

Housing Ownership Map

Explore who owns Portland's 184,000+ single-family homes. See corporate-owned properties, multi-property investors, and ownership concentration across the city.

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City-Owned Land

Portland told Council it has no consolidated map of its own property. This is that map — every city-owned parcel, by owning bureau, assembled from county assessor records. Most parcels aren't even attributed to a bureau.

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Recent Meetings

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee

Date: June 24, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee met on June 24, 2025, to discuss the ongoing efforts and future strategies related to homelessness and housing, particularly focusing on the North Northeast Housing Strategy. Leslie Goodloe, the project manager, detailed the significant investments made since 2015, amounting to over $130 million, which have been directed...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee Meeting

Date: June 24, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on June 24, 2025, to discuss the North and Northeast neighborhood housing strategy report. The meeting began with a roll call and a reading of the statement of conduct. The committee acknowledged the frustration due to previous delays and the near loss of quorum which led...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee

Date: June 24, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on June 24, 2025, to discuss the North and Northeast Neighborhood Housing Strategy Report. The meeting focused on the ten-year anniversary of the strategy, highlighting its successes in preventing displacement, restoring homeownership, and expanding affordable housing, particularly for Black Portlanders historically displaced by urban renewal projects....

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 05/27/25

The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on May 27, 2025, to address several key issues related to housing and homelessness. The committee discussed and passed a resolution to develop a unified housing strategy, aiming to consolidate various existing city plans and strategies into a cohesive approach. This strategy is intended to make the city's efforts more efficient...

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Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 05/13/25

The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on May 13, 2025, to discuss several key issues. The meeting began with the reappointment of Jill Krop and Peggy Moretti to the Development Review Advisory Committee, which was unanimously approved. Both appointees were commended for their previous contributions and their reappointments were seen as vital for the continuation of effective...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 04/22/25

Date: April 22, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on April 22, 2025, to discuss several critical issues pertaining to housing and homelessness in Portland. The meeting opened with a presentation on Fair Housing Month, highlighting the ongoing efforts and challenges in ensuring fair housing practices and celebrating community contributions through a student poster contest....

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 04/08/25

Date: April 8, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on April 8, 2025, focusing on critical issues surrounding homelessness and housing in the city. The meeting featured community testimonies highlighting personal experiences and expert insights into the housing crisis and the impact of government policies. Key discussions included the challenges faced by shelter providers due...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 03/25/25

The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on March 25, 2025, to address several pressing issues related to housing and homelessness. The meeting began with updates from Councilor Zimmerman on the Homelessness Response System Steering and Oversight Committee, highlighting discussions on data projects and community advisory committee compositions. The committee also introduced and discussed a resolution co-sponsored by...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 03/11/25

Date: March 11, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council's Homelessness & Housing Committee convened on March 11, 2025, to discuss key issues regarding homelessness and housing in the city. The meeting focused on the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the City of Portland and Multnomah County, aimed at enhancing the response to homelessness through coordinated efforts. The committee reviewed the terms...

Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee 02/25/25

Date: February 25, 2025 Summary The Portland City Council Homelessness & Housing Committee met on February 25, 2025, to address several pressing issues related to housing affordability and homelessness. The committee discussed the impact of AI on rental pricing, with a focus on a proposed ordinance to ban such practices, which are believed to contribute to rising housing costs. Additionally,...