COVID changed our lives, and our streets, as outdoor restaurant seating becomes permanent

By Kristian Foden-Vencil (OPB)
Dec. 10, 2022 2 p.m. Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 11:55 p.m.

A number of cities, including Portland, are making the temporary structures a long-term reality. But that comes with a new focus on safety and enforcing local rules.