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Philomath advances RFQ for Main/14th lot to test developer interest in mixed-use project

City of Philomath City Council · January 13, 2026
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Summary

City staff circulated a draft RFQ for the 14th & Main Street site to solicit interest for mixed-use development or a boutique hotel; staff reported discovery of three large underground tanks and initial removal work (~$20,000).

Philomath — City Manager Chris presented a draft request-for-qualifications (RFQ) on Jan. 12 to solicit developer interest in the downtown lot at 14th and Main Street, framing the RFQ as a preliminary step to "test the water" before issuing a formal request for proposals.

Chris told council the RFQ is intended to attract proposals for mixed-use development — commercial on the ground floor with residential or lodging above — and that staff will use responses to…

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