Downtown Tualatin urban design framework and design standards
Summary
PSU students studied the east-west stretch of Boones Ferry Road and recommended separating pedestrians from vehicles, narrowing travel lanes, adding space for artwork, and community identity elements, plus better connections to the Tualatin River Greenway Trail.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Both projects draw on the voter-approved 2022 Parks and Trails Bond.
Pedestrians and trail users downtown.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Downtown Revitalization Community Advisory Committee #17
Phase Three of the downtown revitalization project will produce an urban design framework and downtown design standards that shape what new development looks and feels like downtown. The CAC's recommendations go to the Planning Commission and City Council, which makes the final call.
City Council Meeting
New rules allow destination-style food cart pods in commercial zones with restrooms and covered seating — but a fight is brewing over whether small 2-4 cart pods should get a cheaper, lighter tier. The council will revisit at a work session.
City Council Meeting
Two big downtown projects — Riverfront Park and the downtown design framework — will be designed together so the park and downtown feel connected, with contracts approved for Walker Macy and Berger Partnership.
Downtown Revitalization Community Advisory Committee #15
PSU students studied the east-west stretch of Boones Ferry Road and recommended separating pedestrians from vehicles, narrowing travel lanes, adding space for artwork, and community identity elements, plus better connections to the Tualatin River Greenway Trail.
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