Local Insights
Oregon-specific paving and excavation insights for Eugene, Portland, Bend, and the Coast.
ADA Parking Compliance for Portland Metro Businesses: ORS 447.233 Guide
Oregon's ORS 447.233 and federal ADA standards set strict requirements for accessible parking in Portland metro. This guide covers space counts, dimensions, slopes, signage, and enforcement.
Why Albany & Corvallis Properties Need Engineered Drainage Before Paving
Albany and Corvallis sit in the wettest part of the Willamette Valley. Paving without engineered drainage leads to premature failure, flooding, and costly repairs. Learn what proper drainage looks like before asphalt goes down.
Eugene Asphalt Paving: Residential and Commercial Services
Professional asphalt paving services in Eugene, Oregon. Cojo provides driveway paving, parking lot construction, sealcoating, and excavation for Eugene and Springfield property owners.
Corvallis 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan: Where Paving Projects Are Headed
Corvallis is investing millions in street reconstruction, utility upgrades, and public infrastructure. Here is how the city's Capital Improvement Plan affects paving for commercial and residential properties.
Downtown Salem's Construction Boom: 5 Major Projects Creating Paving Demand
Downtown Salem is experiencing a wave of construction and redevelopment in 2026. Here are five major projects driving demand for commercial paving, parking lot construction, and infrastructure work.
Lake Oswego and West Linn: Premium Driveway Paving for Upscale Homes
Lake Oswego and West Linn demand premium driveway paving to match their luxury homes. Learn about local soil challenges, permit requirements, and what quality paving looks like for upscale properties.
Why Eugene's Clay Soil Makes Parking Lot Drainage Non-Negotiable
Eugene sits on Calapooyia-series clay soils that expand when wet and shrink when dry. Without proper drainage, parking lots fail years ahead of schedule. Here is what Eugene property owners need to know.
Eugene's Erosion Prevention Permit: Thresholds Every Excavator Must Know
Eugene requires erosion prevention permits for projects that disturb soil. Learn the thresholds, application process, and compliance requirements that affect excavation and paving projects in the Eugene area.
Downtown Riverfront Development: Eugene's 13-Building Megaproject and Paving
Eugene's Downtown Riverfront development is transforming the former EWEB site into a mixed-use district. Learn how this megaproject affects paving, infrastructure, and commercial property along the Willamette River.
Wetland Buffer Zones in Eugene: How They Affect Excavation Projects
Eugene's wetland buffer zones create unique excavation challenges. Learn how setback requirements, soil conditions, and permitting affect construction timelines and costs in Lane County.
Paving Over Farm Country: Drainage Challenges on Willamette Valley Ag Land
Converting Willamette Valley agricultural land to paved surfaces creates serious drainage challenges. Learn why farm soils fail under pavement and how to build it right.
Flood Zone Paving: What Albany Businesses on the Willamette Need to Know
Albany businesses in FEMA flood zones face unique paving requirements. Learn about floodplain permits, elevation standards, and material choices that protect your investment along the Willamette and Calapooia rivers.
Happy Valley's Sunrise Corridor: What the 17,000-Home Boom Means for Paving
Happy Valley's Sunrise Corridor is one of Oregon's largest planned developments with 17,000+ homes. Learn how this growth creates paving opportunities and what developers need to know.
I-5 Kuebler Widening: How Salem Traffic Detours Are Damaging Local Roads
The I-5 and Kuebler Boulevard interchange project in south Salem is rerouting traffic through residential and commercial areas. Here is how the increased traffic volume is affecting local pavement and what property owners can do.
I-5 Corridor ODOT Projects: How State Highway Construction Creates Local Paving Demand
Major ODOT construction projects along I-5 from Portland to Eugene drive significant local paving demand. Learn how highway construction affects nearby properties and creates opportunities to address deferred maintenance.
I-5 Rose Quarter Construction: How Detours Impact Local Pavement
The I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project is rerouting thousands of vehicles onto Portland's local streets. Learn how increased traffic is damaging neighborhood pavement and what property owners can do.
Lane County Soil Evaluation: When You Need a Licensed Professional
Lane County requires soil evaluations for many construction projects. Learn when you need a licensed geotechnical engineer, what the evaluation covers, and how soil conditions in the Eugene-Springfield area affect your build.
Molalla's Growth Boom: Infrastructure Needs in a Transitioning Town
Molalla is transitioning from rural timber town to Portland-area bedroom community. Learn about the infrastructure and paving needs driving this Clackamas County town's transformation.
OSU Campus Area Paving: Requirements for Corvallis Commercial Properties
Commercial properties near Oregon State University face unique paving requirements including Corvallis overlay zone standards, parking minimums, and stormwater rules. Here is what business owners need to know.
Paving Services in Portland, OR: Driveways, Parking Lots & More
Looking for a paving contractor in Portland, Oregon? Cojo provides asphalt paving, sealcoating, excavation, and parking lot services across the Portland metro area. Get a free estimate today.
Paving Company in Salem, Oregon: Driveways, Sealcoating & Excavation
Salem's trusted paving contractor for driveways, parking lots, sealcoating, and excavation. Cojo serves Salem, Keizer, and the mid-Willamette Valley with professional asphalt services.
Corvallis and Albany Paving: Residential & Commercial Services
Professional asphalt paving for Corvallis and Albany, Oregon. From residential driveways to commercial parking lots, Cojo delivers quality paving services for the Linn-Benton corridor.
Cottage Grove to Junction City: Paving Needs Along Southern I-5
From Cottage Grove to Junction City, the southern I-5 corridor is experiencing growth that is driving paving demand. Learn about local conditions, project types, and what to expect for asphalt and excavation work in southern Lane County.
Independence, Monmouth & Dallas: Paving for Salem Metro's Fastest-Growing Towns
Independence, Monmouth, and Dallas are growing rapidly as alternatives to Salem's higher housing costs. Here is what property owners in these Polk County communities need to know about paving services.
Sherwood, Canby & Milwaukie: Paving Opportunities in Portland's Outer Ring
Sherwood, Canby, and Milwaukie represent Portland's growing outer ring suburbs. Learn about paving conditions, permit requirements, and services available for these expanding communities.
Tigard and Tualatin Paving Services: Residential & Commercial
Professional asphalt paving services for Tigard and Tualatin, Oregon. From residential driveways to commercial parking lots, Cojo delivers quality paving for southwest Portland metro communities.
Wilsonville and Oregon City Paving: Growing Suburbs, Growing Demand
Wilsonville and Oregon City are booming Portland suburbs with growing paving needs. Learn about local conditions, permit processes, and paving services for these fast-growing communities.
Woodburn and Keizer Asphalt Paving: Services for the Mid-Valley
Professional asphalt paving services for Woodburn and Keizer, Oregon. Cojo delivers residential driveways, commercial parking lots, and sealcoating for two of the mid-Willamette Valley's fastest-growing communities.
How Portland's 2025 Building Code Changes Affect Your Paving Project
Portland updated its building codes in 2025, impacting stormwater requirements, ADA compliance, and paving permits. Learn what property owners need to know before starting a paving project.
Why Portland's Clay Soil Destroys Parking Lots (And How to Build Them Right)
Portland's heavy clay soils cause parking lots to crack, heave, and fail prematurely. Learn why clay soil is so destructive and what construction techniques prevent costly failures.
Salem's Chapter 79: What Business Owners Must Know About Parking Lot Paving
Salem's Revised Code Chapter 79 sets specific requirements for commercial parking lot construction and maintenance. Here is what business owners and property managers need to know before paving or repaving.
Salem vs. Keizer: Different Permit Processes for the Same Paving Project
Salem and Keizer share a border but have separate permit processes for paving projects. This guide compares the two cities' requirements so property owners know exactly what to expect.
Small-Town Paving Permits: A Guide for Silverton, Mt. Angel & Aurora
Navigating paving permits in Oregon's small Willamette Valley towns can be confusing. This guide covers what you need for driveway and parking lot projects in Silverton, Mt. Angel, Aurora, and other mid-valley communities.
Springfield's Building Boom: 500+ Permits Per Year and Rising
Springfield is issuing over 500 building permits per year, driving demand for excavation, site preparation, and paving. Learn how the building boom affects commercial and residential paving in Springfield, Oregon.
I-5 Woodburn Interchange: $75M Upgrade and Local Paving Impact
The $75 million I-5 Woodburn Interchange upgrade is transforming traffic patterns and creating paving demand across the mid-valley. Learn how this ODOT project affects local businesses and property owners.