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Raising Industry Standard

Here's a an interesting idea: raise industry standard for Portland developers! In an effort to spur green building practices, the city council will consider implementing a feebate system—basically penalizing those who fail to meet industry standard.

Doug Shapiro, Vice President of Construction at Hoyt Street Properties, says "“If we can’t exceed the minimum standards (of green building), then we’re not putting out a good product.” 

I think exceeding minimum standards is a GREAT goal—what do you think? 

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Lynnette Fusilier

Lynnette Fusilier

When she bought her first home in the Pearl District, Lynnette couldn’t help but become deeply involved in her neighborhood. Equipped with sharp communication skills and a keen eye for the cool, she quickly morphed into Pearlgirl, the go-to source for the skinny on neighborhood news, events and more. Always one to take the bull by the more...

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