Appeal of fire condemnation at Congress Street

Saint Paul file RLH VO 26-26, before the Saint Paul City Council. Passed as of 2026-08-05.

Latest action: Passed

What it does

Owner can continue using building if appeal succeeds If the appeal is approved, Brendon Smith may be able to keep operating at 74 Congress Street West instead of having the building condemned and shut down.

The bigger picture

Sets precedent for how fire safety violations get resolved The outcome signals whether building owners can challenge fire inspection findings through this appeal process or if fire safety orders stand without review.

Read the official record for RLH VO 26-26

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