Community Development Partners

During a recent visit to Astoria, our team welcomed Governor Tina Kotek as she toured the Owens Adair apartments—a historic affordable housing community for low-income seniors and disabled residents—and the adjacent Owens Adair II construction site. The existing 46-unit building, originally part of the historic St. Mary’s Hospital complex, is undergoing preservation efforts, while the expansion will add 50 new units by 2026. Owens Adair II is led by #NorthwestOregonHousingAuthority, which will serve as the long-term owner and operator, with Community Development Partners acting as the development consultant. Highlighting the power of state and local partnerships, Governor Kotek praised legislative efforts that have enabled and supported this project. A long-time advocate for affordable housing, Kotek celebrated the progress being made to address the region’s housing needs. As featured in a recent article: "As she and local politicians stood with hard hats and construction vests on the small parking lot where the future Owens Adair II will open its doors to residents in 2026, a rainbow emerged from the clouds over the river. Kotek took it as a sign. 'See?' she said. 'More housing is coming!'" Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gvAgK9XR

Re-sharing this important story. We are proud co-champions of our Alberta Alive vision alongside partners, Self Enhancement, Inc. Through these projects, we believe we can continue to strengthen the Albina neighborhood by providing more affordable housing and deeper supportive services. https://lnkd.in/geFYmd3S

We're topped out at Julia West House! 🏗️ 👏 At 12 stories tall, Julia West House is CDP's first high rise and the tallest cross-laminated timber (CLT) structure of its kind in Oregon. JWH is an amazing example of how mass timber can be a viable option for delivering cost effective affordable housing that is sustainable and beautiful. Using mass timber has created impactful schedule and cost savings, making the project possible. The efforts of our team to bring CLT to this project as been a magical dance of collaboration across disciplines and we're really proud to see every major milestone met. The site is extremely tight, which has required our design/build partners to be in lock step with one another at all times. A huge s/o to Holst, Walsh Construction Co., KPFF Consulting Engineers and Carpentry Plus, Inc. JWH is a PSH community designed to serve houseless elders and BIPOC individuals who are exiting chronic homelessness. The building will provide 90 studio and one-bedroom homes with resident services tailored by Northwest Pilot Project, Inc., Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA), and The Community for Positive Aging. These organizations will collaborate with Multnomah County’s Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS) and the Coordinated Access system to identify and transition future residents into the building.

We're thrilled to announce the start of construction at Owen’s Adair II in downtown Astoria! This 50-unit community will provide much-needed affordable housing for low-income seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals experiencing chronic homelessness. The #NorthwestOregonHousingAuthority will serve as the long-term owner and operator, with CDP working as a development consultant. Owen’s II is thoughtfully designed to reflect and complement the historic Owens Adair, a 1931 addition to the St. Mary’s Hospital complex—Astoria's first hospital, founded in 1880. With construction underway, we're looking forward to welcoming residents in 2026! Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/gjH2Bbiv

We are very excited to share that our very own, Ramon Johns, has been selected for the City of Portland's North/Northeast Oversight Committee. As a committee member, Ramon will collaborate with his fellow members to oversee the implementation of the N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy, developed to address the legacy of displacement in North and Northeast Portland. The committee reports annually to the City Council on goals and accomplishments achieved by the Housing Strategy. CDP interacts with the Oversight Committee in relation to our Alberta Alive projects that fall within their jurisdiction. Ramon joined CDP in 2021 as the Portland Office Manager. Over the last 3 years, he has been a steward of CDP’s vision and mission and collaborates with every department to support our work. As a member of CDP's DEI Team, Ramon is passionate about the company’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals. He is a bright light in our company, and we are happy to celebrate him and his appointment to this important committee. Congratulations Ramon!

We had an amazing time celebrating the grand opening of Mahonia Crossing yesterday! The event featured an exciting lineup of speakers, including John Miller, Laura Spidell, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, #RepresentativeTomAndersen, Treasurer Tobias Read, #MayorChrisHoy, Nicole Utz, Andrew Lofton, and Roberto Franco! Located in Oregon’s capital, Salem, Mahonia Crossing's campus offers 313 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes for families and seniors earning 30%-80% of the area median income (AMI). As a Community For All Ages, Mahonia Crossing was thoughtfully designed to foster intergenerational connection, encouraging residents of all ages to live, work, and play together. 85 of the 313 units—nearly 20%—are reserved for seniors aged 55+. The site was designed by Scott Edwards Architecture and PLACE and was built by Gerding Builders. Resident services and programming are provided by EngAGE, Inc. and property management by Guardian. A huge thank you to all the partners who helped make this grand opening possible: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, #CPID, Urban Resources, Inc., City of Salem, Salem Housing Authority, Citi, Umpqua Bank, R4 Capital LLC, U.S. Bank, Energy Trust of Oregonand Wildwood|Mahonia. Read the entire press release here: https://lnkd.in/gej_s4uH

We’re thrilled to introduce Mariposa Village as the official name of our Rand Road project in Hood River! Inspired by the Monterey Mariposa Lily—a beautiful three-petaled wetland flower native to Oregon—the name "Mariposa" also means "butterfly" in Spanish, symbolizing transformation and hope. This name reflects our commitment to creating a vibrant, inclusive community. We chose this name in collaboration with an incredible group of partners—#ColumbiaCascadeHousingCorp, The City of Hood River, and local organizations The Next Door Inc. and Oregon Human Development Corporation (OHDC). Stay tuned as Mariposa Village continues to take shape! Read the entire statement here: https://lnkd.in/gv-FfD3V

Yesterday, we had an amazing time celebrating the groundbreaking of the Strong Family Apartments! This project, co-developed by CDP and Self Enhancement, Inc. (SEI), will bring 75 affordable homes to families in N/NE Portland with incomes between 30% and 60% of the area median income. Part of the Alberta Alive vision, this development is designed to create long-term stability and opportunity for the Black community in N/NE Portland. It also honors the legacy of the Strong family, who sold the property to the Portland Housing Bureau with a vision to support Black families in the neighborhood. We were joined by speakers Trent Aldridge, Tony Hopson Sr., Dr. Jackie Strong, Dr. Mark Strong, Rekah Strong, Councilor Mary Nolan, Commissioner Carmen Caballero Rubio, Dr. Steven Holt, and Leslie Goodlow. Expected to open in 2026, the development will feature a mix of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units, community gathering spaces, an outdoor courtyard, and play areas. SEI will lead resident services and programming for both youth and adults, fostering a vibrant, supportive environment for future residents. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you our project team for making this possible: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS), Metro, Portland Housing Bureau, #PortlandCleanEnergyFund, Colas Construction, Holst, Chase, Citi, Hudson Housing Capital LLC, Earth Advantage, Energy Trust of Oregon, Guardian, DCM Consulting, LLC., Ground Workshop, KPFF Consulting Engineers, Interface Engineering, Inc., Vega Civil Engineering, LLC. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gJG9Vsfr

We are thrilled to see this fantastic case study by Metro! Thank you for featuring CDP's communities and your ongoing partnership. We're looking forward to future collaborations!

We are excited to announce that Casa Querencia has won the 2024 AIA Orange County Design Honor Award! This 57-unit community serves individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, offering studio and 1-bedroom apartments. On-site services, programs, and nearby social and health providers support residents in achieving stability and wellness. With shared spaces for dining, relaxation, exercise, and a rooftop deck for social activities, Casa Querencia fosters a sense of community. Residents also enjoy outdoor amenities, including a lawn for sports, a community garden, and BBQ area.