April 11, 2025

The Port of Astoria, in partnership with Atlin Investments, is advancing a transformative redevelopment of the Port’s central waterfront—an underutilized stretch of Port property between Pier 1 and the Astoria-Megler Bridge.

In late 2024, the Port issued a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to identify developers aligned with the Central Waterfront Master Plan’s vision of a thriving, mixed-use waterfront that reflects Astoria’s maritime identity. The Port received a range of creative responses. While the selection committee advanced only the large-scale development proposals to the interview stage, the Port recognizes the value of smaller-scale concepts and plans to revisit them as the project progresses.

Following the selection process, the Port chose Atlin Investments, in partnership with American Life, Inc. and Elevator Shaft, LLC, to lead the redevelopment. Atlin’s team brings decades of experience in large-scale development across the Pacific Northwest, including successful projects in Clatsop County.

The development plans include the introduction of a Fishing Village, market spaces, and lodging options, creating a vibrant, mixed-use destination that celebrates Astoria’s character while supporting tourism, small businesses, and the local economy.

As of April 1, 2025, an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) has been signed between the Port of Astoria and the development team—opening the door to deeper collaboration, detailed planning, and community engagement in the months ahead.

This project marks a major step toward strengthening Astoria’s role as a regional hub and creating lasting value for the Port, the City, and the broader community.

Read the full story about the Central Waterfront Redevelopment