Franklin Towers residents face difficult move as Portland Housing Authority plans renovations
Portland Housing Authority Orders Full Evacuation of Aging Apartment Complex for Major Renovations
Portland – The Portland Housing Authority (PHA) announced today that all residents of a long‑serving apartment building in the city must vacate the premises to allow a comprehensive renovation project. The move‑out order is intended to address the building’s aging infrastructure and bring it up to current safety and habitability standards.
The PHA statement explained that the building, which has served the community for several decades, requires extensive upgrades to its plumbing, electrical, and structural systems. The authority said the renovations are necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of future occupants and to comply with state and federal housing regulations.
Residents of the complex have not yet received a specific timeline for when they will need to leave or when the building will reopen. PHA officials stated that they are working with tenants to minimize disruption and will provide further details in the coming weeks.
“Rehabilitation of this facility is essential,” the PHA said. “We are committed to restoring it to a safe and modern living environment for the community.”
The announcement comes amid a broader push by the PHA to update older public housing units across the region. The authority has previously cited similar renovation needs in other properties, citing the importance of maintaining safe, reliable housing for low‑income families.
Affected residents are being directed to contact the PHA’s tenant services department for assistance with temporary housing options and to receive updates on the renovation schedule. The department also offered guidance on filing any necessary documentation related to the move.
The PHA has not yet provided a completion date for the renovation work. The agency’s website and local news outlets will likely update the public as more information becomes available.
