Ember on Pine cleanup grant

Saint Paul file RES PH 26-244, before the Saint Paul City Council. Passed as of 2026-09-23.

Latest action: Passed

What it does

Downtown site cleaned and ready for new housing The city receives state grant money to remove soil and groundwater contamination at 500 Broadway Street so the Ember on Pine housing project can move forward.

The bigger picture

Removes pollution barrier to new homes in District 4 Cleaning up this contaminated site clears the way for new housing development in downtown St. Paul and removes a long-term environmental hazard from the neighborhood.

What to watch

City takes on cleanup liability if problems arise later The city agrees to indemnify (pay for damages if) the developer if contamination issues emerge after the grant-funded cleanup is done.

Read the official record for RES PH 26-244

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