Our team is led by Holst, a Portland firm based in the Central Eastside. They are an award-winning, women-owned architecture firm, and many of their designers have a personal connection to the Hollywood neighborhood Learn more about Holst here: https://holstarc.com/ At this point, we only have a conceptual study and do not have a specific design. Design review process will be robust and an opportunity to provide concrete feedback on a specific design and aesthetics. The project team is also working with the City of Portland to determine public realm improvements to the transit center and surrounding streets. We welcome comments on all aspects of the project.

Financed with tax-exempt bonds and Low Income Housing Tax Credits, the project was also awarded $29 million from Metro’s affordable housing bond program, the largest funding award to date for an affordable housing project in Portland.

As a non-profit affordable housing developer and manager, BRIDGE Housing is seeking to maximize the number of affordable units and level of affordability subject to funding available. The team envisions a 100% permanently affordable building with at least 200 units on the site and a shared courtyard and paseo that will serve as the hub of the project and broader Hollywood neighborhood. All residents will be part of households earning 30-60% of the Area Median Income. Approximately 60% will be family-friendly two and three-bedroom units and the remaining 40% will be studios and one-bedrooms. All residents will be part of households earning 60% or less of the Area Median Income. 33% of homes will be affordable to those earning 30% or less of Area Median Income. Please see the Portland Housing Bureau for latest rent and income limits:  https://www.portland.gov/phb/income-rent-and-utility-limits

Service frequency and levels will not change, but some bus schedules will alter slightly. MAX services will not be affected.

Transit service will not be interrupted, and there will be minimal access disruptions to the transit center during construction. Bus stop adjustments will be in place before the transit center is redeveloped, allowing for continuity of service and minimizing any disruption.

HollywoodHUB will prioritize diversity and inclusivity with an integrated and welcoming design that includes public gathering and event spaces. Access to the TriMet service for pedestrians and cyclists will be substantially improved, as will access to active transportation modes like shared micro-mobility.  The project will also include community and retail amenities that face a new courtyard area pedestrian space. HollywoodHUB will be a neighborhood destination combining community, transit and lifestyle while promoting access, equity and opportunity for everyone. BRIDGE, as the developer of the affordable housing building, is committed to 30% of contracting for professional services and construction to minority, women-owned and disadvantaged small businesses.

Since summer 2020, we have held over 30 virtual meetings with a wide range of local stakeholders and community groups. Engagement will continue throughout development and the project team is planning  to start in-person events in the Hollywood neighborhood as soon as public health conditions allow. We will also continue to conduct engagement online via forums such as virtual town halls and open houses, email lists, and other methods that allow you to follow this effort and share your ideas remotely.   We encourage all interested parties to engage with the project team. Email the team at  hollywoodhub@bridgehousing.com, and you can sign up for project updates via our mailing list using the link here.