Overview
This unique development opportunity, in the heart of Saint Paul’s Central Business District (CBD), is a 1.66-acre site intersected by the METRO Green Line Light Rail Central Station. The site covers most of a city block, and the remainder of the block is currently being advertised for sale by the current owner.
The vision for the block is for a landmark, high-density, mixed-use development that both maximizes the development potential of the site and increases transit ridership.
New development should demonstrate high-quality architecture and urban design that:
- Contributes to the urban fabric of downtown Saint Paul
- Activates the street
- Brings increased vitality to the core of the CBD
- Takes advantage of the extensive transit network
The site is zoned B4 - Central Business, which allows for most forms of retail, office, multifamily residential, and mixed-use development. No parking or setbacks are required for the site. A maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 8 is permitted; FAR bonuses are available for certain public improvements on the site.
Design guidelines were created to address building massing, form, height, and materials. The guidelines were adopted by the Saint Paul City Council and can be accessed by following the link.
