That hulking former DoubleTree hotel off U.S. 26 in Beaverton, the one that has been shrink-wrapped in plastic for months, is not sitting idle. It is being converted into recovery-focused transitional housing. County leaders say the project is meant to provide a staffed, clean-and-sober environment where residents can get treatment, case management and help finding permanent homes.
What Is Planned At The Cornell Road Site?
Washington County is preparing to remodel the old hotel into a program called Cornell Road Recovery that will house about 75 to 85 people and provide 24/7 staffing and on-site services, according to Washington County. Ownership of the property transferred to the county in March 2025, and county timelines show renovations and community engagement continuing through fall and winter 2026.
Who Will Run It And What Residents Commit To
The draft agreement names Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers as the operator and says participants will have to sign a code of conduct and live sober while in the program, as first reported by The Oregonian/OregonLive. County and provider materials describe services such as case management, behavioral-health and substance-use referrals, and employment and income support, with the goal of helping most residents move into long-term housing within roughly two years.
Safety, Neighbors And Nearby Schools
Neighbors have raised concerns about the site’s proximity to schools, and Washington County says it will work directly with local districts and law enforcement while developing a Good Neighbor Agreement and site safety plan. County materials state that operators will use cameras, perimeter controls and 24/7 staffing, and that camping near the facility will be prohibited and enforced in line with county policies.
Cost, Timeline And Services
A 2025 capital projects report estimated the conversion would cost roughly $28.5 million, and officials say the county plans to begin programming later this year, The Oregonian/OregonLive reported. The county’s project one-pager and draft agreement outline a renovation and outreach schedule that includes neighborhood workshops, a final Good Neighbor Agreement and a winter 2026 program start.
How Neighbors Can Weigh In
The county has posted a working draft of the Good Neighbor Agreement and held an open house where neighbors could meet staff, ask questions and give feedback. The event and project details were summarized in local notices. For meeting times, comment forms and background materials, see the county’s Cornell Road outreach recap in Cedar Mill News.
Legal Questions Still On The Table
Public commenters have pressed county staff to spell out eligibility rules and limits on high-risk offenders, noting that some state restrictions that apply to permanent housing do not always apply to transitional programs. Coverage of the meetings indicates county staff are still evaluating program policies and will bring recommendations back to the Board of County Commissioners, according to Citizen Portal.
