The Design Commission provides leadership and expertise on urban design and architecture and on maintaining and enhancing Portland’s historical and architectural heritage. The Design Commission consists of eight members, none of whom may hold public elective office. The Commission must include a member of the Planning Commission, a representative of the Regional Arts and Culture Council, one person representing the public at-large, and five members experienced in either design, engineering, financing, construction or management of buildings, and land development. No more than two members may be appointed from any one of these areas of expertise. The Planning Commission member is chosen by the Planning Commission chair. The Regional Arts and Culture Council member is nominated by the Regional Arts and Culture Council chair and approved by the Mayor. The other members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.  The term shall be maximum 4 years, limited to a maximum of two full terms.

The Commission meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2500A, 2nd floor of 1900 SW 4th Ave (Updated 6/09)

Accepting Applications: Yes

Current Vacancies:  0

Upcoming Vacancies: 1

Contact: Tim Heron, BDS, 503-823-7726

Commission Website: http://www.portlandonline.com/bds/index.cfm?c=43126&a=168799