Portland, the largest city in the U.S. state of Oregon, is the site of 31 completed high-rises at least 250 feet (76 m), four of which stand taller than 492 feet (150 m).[1][2][3] The tallest building in the city is the Wells Fargo Center, which rises 546 feet (166 m) in Downtown Portland and was completed in 1972.[4] The second-tallest skyscraper in the city is the U.S. Bancorp Tower, which rises 536 feet (163 m) and was completed in 1983.[5] KOIN Center, completed in 1983 and rising 509 feet (155 m), is the third-tallest building in Portland.[6]
Although The Oregonian Building, rising 194 feet (59 m) if its clock tower is included, was Portland's tallest building from 1892 until 1913,[7] the history of skyscrapers in the city is thought to have begun with the construction of the Wells Fargo Building in 1907. This building, standing 182 feet (55 m) and 12 floors tall, is often regarded as the first skyscraper in Portland.[8][9] The Wells Fargo Center was Portland's first building standing more than 492 feet (150 m) tall.[4] There are currently[update] three buildings under construction that are planned to rise at least 250 feet (76 m).[10] Overall, Portland's skyline is ranked, based on existing and under construction buildings over 492 feet (150 m) tall, second in the Northwestern United States (after Seattle), tied for fifth in the Pacific Coast region with San Diego (after Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Las Vegas), and 22nd in the United States.[a]
Tallest buildings
As of August 2017[update], there are 31 high-rises in Portland that stand at least 250 feet (76 m) tall, based on standard height measurement. This height includes spires and architectural details but does not include antenna masts.[b][33][2][3]
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Tallest under construction
As of January 2019[update], there are four buildings currently under construction in Portland that are planned to rise at least 250 feet (76 m).[10][56]
| Name | Height ft (m) | Floors | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eleven West | 291 (88.7) | 24 | 2023 | Construction started February 2020. Completion expected for February 2023. |
| Block 41 | 250 (76.2) [78] | 23 [79] | 2023 | Construction started 2021. Completion expected for late 2023. |
| Block 44 | 250 (76.2) [80] | 23 | 2025 | Construction will start mid-late 2023. Completion expected for mid-late 2025. |
Tallest proposed
As of January 2019[update], there are four proposed buildings in Portland that would exceed 250 feet (76 m) in height. These buildings are going through the permit and design review process with the intent to begin construction soon.
| Name | Height in ft (m) | Floors | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyoko Inn | 357 (108.8) | 32 | Still in early assistance[81] |
| Press Blocks | 250 (76.2) | 23 | |
| Broadway Corridor | 400 (122) [82] | N.A. | USPS relocation and demolition ongoing [83] |
| Pearl Block 24 | 265 (80.8) [84] | 23 [85] | Undergoing Design Review |
| Riverplace phase 1 150 SW Montgomery St | 325 (99) [86] | 30 | City of Portland Design Commission approved this project on March 3, 2022. The next steps will be to obtain a building permit and construction will start in about October–November 2022. |
| OMSI redevelopm | 250 (76) [88] | NA | In the final planning stages. It will be proposed to the city after. |
| NW 12th & Quimby (Block 24) | 294.5 (89.8) | 23 [89] | Received Design Commission Approval |
| Burnside One | 350 (106.7)[90] | 30 [91] | In the early planning stages |
Timeline of tallest buildings
Since 1892, the year The Oregonian Building was completed,[7] the title of the tallest building in Portland has been held by nine high-rises.
| Current name | Years as tallest | Height ft (m) | Floors | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oregonian Building[e] | 1892–1913 (21 years) | 194 (59.1) | 12 | [7] |
| Yeon Building | 1911–1913 (2 years) | 194 (59.1) | 15 | [92] |
| American Bank Building | 1913–1927 (14 years) | 207 (63.1) | 15 | [93] |
| Public Service Building | 1927–1962 (35 years) | 220 (67.1) | 16 | [94] |
| Hilton Portland Hotel | 1962–1965 (3 years) | 241 (74.5) | 22 | [95] |
| Harrison Tower Apartments, West Tower | 1965–1969 (4 years) | 256 (78) | 25 | [76] |
| Union Bank Tower | 1969–1970 (1 year) | 268 (81.8) | 15 | [69] |
| Standard Insurance Center | 1970–1972 (2 years) | 367 (111.9) | 27 | [46] |
| Wells Fargo Center | 1972–present (52 years) | 546 (166.4) | 40 | [4] |
See also
Explanatory notes
References
General
- "Portland". The Skyscraper Center. CTBUH. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
- "Portland". Emporis. Archived from the original on February 20, 2015. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
Specific
External links
- Portland Skyscraper Diagram on SkyscraperPage