City Spotlight: Vancouver, WA

Transforming Oak Brook Park: A Smart Public Restroom Solution for Vancouver, WA

How Vancouver, WA, improved Oak Brook Park with smart, vandal-resistant restrooms.

The Project at a Glance

Location

Vancouver, WA (Oak Brook Park)

Setting

Community Park

Primary Users

Park guests

Installation Year

2025

The Challenge

Concerns about undesired use in public park restrooms

The Solution

Installation of one Portland LooⓇ prefabricated restroom with a custom vinyl art wrap

Project Location

The Challenge

As Oak Brook Park was getting ready to open in Vancouver, WA, the City faced a familiar challenge for community parks: how to offer a much-needed public restroom while also addressing worries about misuse and inappropriate behavior.

At first, some community members were unsure about adding a restroom to the park. They were concerned it might bring unwanted activity and lead to more maintenance issues. Meanwhile, the City wanted a sturdy, low-maintenance restroom that would serve daily park visitors and blend in with the area.

With the park set to open in the spring, the City of Vancouver Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department needed a restroom that could be put in place quickly, handle lots of visitors, and help address the community’s concerns.

The Solution

After installing Portland LooⓇ restrooms at Waterfront Park, the City of Vancouver knew the design was durable and practical. Because of this, they chose the Portland LooⓇ for Oak Brook Park to help prevent unwanted use and keep maintenance simple.

The City needed a restroom that could be ready quickly before the park opened in the spring. The Portland LooⓇ’s prefabricated design and fast installation made it a strong, low-maintenance choice that would last for years.

The restroom’s clean and modern design also helped it blend naturally into the park environment while providing a safe and accessible public restroom option for visitors.

The Results

Since it opened, the restroom at Oak Brook Park has been popular with both park visitors and people in the neighborhood. Although some residents were concerned at first about adding a public restroom, the City says there have been no complaints since the park opened. City staff have also found The Portland LooⓇ easier to maintain than regular restroom facilities, especially in a busy community park. Because of this positive experience, Vancouver would consider using Portland LooⓇ restrooms again in future parks that get a lot of use. “They are well-designed both functionally and aesthetically. They alleviate concerns over inappropriate use and are easier to maintain than traditional restrooms.”

Key Takeaways

Durability

Based on the City’s experience with The Portland LooⓇ installations, Oak Brook Park received a sturdy, low-maintenance restroom. It is designed for heavy public use and helps prevent misuse.

Community Confidence

Some residents were concerned at first about adding a public restroom to the park, but the City says there have been no complaints since it opened.

Efficient Installation

The Portland LooⓇ’s prefabricated design and simple installation helped the City finish the project ahead of the park’s spring opening.

Future Planning

Because Oak Brook Park’s restroom was a success, the City is open to using The Portland LooⓇ restrooms in future parks with high public use.

Applications for The Portland Loo®

Our prefabricated restrooms work well in a variety of settings, such as:

A Smarter Way To Solve Public Restroom Challenges in Your City

Are you searching for a sturdy, easy-to-maintain public restroom for your park or community area? The Portland LooⓇ restrooms can help your community manage maintenance, improve public access, and make your space safer and more inviting.