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Opinion: Join in our bold vision for a brand-new Portland

A first-of-its-kind city government will make us a beacon for billions.

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Our View: Weak enforcement makes mockery of rent control ordinance

Giving Portland landlords 'the benefit of the doubt' flies in the face of the rules' intent.

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Rent control violations often go unpunished in Portland

The rent control board has referred 37 violations to Portland's Housing Safety Office, which has opted not to enforce penalties so far.

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182 complaints, 37 violations, 0 fines: Portland hasn t penalized a single landlord since rent control took effect

City officials have avoided punitive action so far, but some say rent control needs more teeth.

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Rent control in Portland: Debate rages on how and what to fix

Another citizen-initiated referendum goes before voters this November, but dueling interests suggest it might not be the last word.

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