HRA approves technical TIF budget amendments for two senior housing districts The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved administrative budget amendments for two housing tax increment financing (TIF) districts — Osceola Park and Shepherd Davern — to shift $160,000 more to interest payments for each district and align budgets with actual tax increment collections.

The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority just made crucial budget amendments for two senior housing districts, ensuring financial stability amidst changing tax increment collections.

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St. Paul HRA endorses temporary QAP change to allow 15-year downtown affordability for some 4% tax-credit projects The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority voted 5–2 to endorse amendments to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul Housing Finance Board’s 2026–27 Qualified Allocation Plan that would permit certain 4% low-income housing tax-credit projects in downtown St. Paul to meet a 15-year minimum affordability requirement for the 2026–27 period only. Supporters说

St. Paul just approved a bold move to boost affordable housing downtown by allowing a 15-year minimum affordability for select projects, igniting a heated debate among city officials.

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HRA staff propose QAP amendments to prioritize downtown office-to-housing conversions and use new federal bond capacity; commissioners raise data and equity, 30 Staff proposed amendments to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul housing finance board’s 2026–27 Qualified Allocation Plan to use new federal tax law capacity (reducing the bond minimum from 50% to 25% starting Jan. 1, 2026), prioritize downtown office-to-housing conversions and allow 15-year qualified-contract eligibility for certain downtown projects; the

Exciting changes are on the horizon for affordable housing in downtown St. Paul, with proposed amendments that could transform office spaces into homes!

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Council reviews Hamm's Brewery historic designation tied to redevelopment with 196 affordable units Staff described a proposed local historic designation for the Hamm's Brewery site that would unlock roughly $28 million in state and federal historic tax credits and support redevelopment including roughly 196 affordable units; council laid the ordinance over for second reading and public hearing on Oct. 22.

Historic preservation meets affordable housing in a groundbreaking redevelopment plan for the Hamm's Brewery site, promising 196 new affordable units!

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Council Approves Rent Stabilization Appeals for Tenants on Ashland Avenue Council grants multiple appeals for tenant rent stabilization at Ashland Avenue units.

In a pivotal St. Paul City Council meeting, tenants on Ashland Avenue secured crucial victories as their appeals for rent stabilization were granted in a tense 4-3 vote.

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Director Newton confirms NOAH funding within budget amid downtown housing conversion discussions Director Newton assured NOAH funding remains intact while addressing downtown housing conversion plans.

St. Paul is set to transform its downtown landscape with $5 million allocated for office-to-housing conversions, all while ensuring affordable housing remains a priority!

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Commissioner Molly Coleman Sworn In to Saint Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority Commissioner Coleman officially joins Saint Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority board meeting.

A new chapter begins for St. Paul as Commissioner Molly Coleman is sworn in, bringing fresh energy and a commitment to tackle the city’s housing challenges!

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Minnesota Legislature approves $5M for St. Paul Youth Housing and Community Services Hub Legislature allocates $5M for Youthprise to develop housing and services in St. Paul.

Minnesota's Legislature just approved a groundbreaking $5M investment to transform youth housing and services in St. Paul!

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