Update Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Department of Planning and Economic Development (PED) is dedicated to serving our residents and businesses throughout all stages of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The community should follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Preservation (CDC), Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health to ensure the safety of every Saint Paul resident, employee, customer, and visitor.
For more information on the City of Saint Paul's COVID-19 response, subscribe to the COVID-19 bulletin and visit stpaul.gov/coronavirus.
Planning Division
The Planning division promotes the social, physical, and economic well-being of residents, property owners, and business owners of Saint Paul by working on citywide, neighborhood, and major site plans, zoning, and providing local data and mapping resources.
Economic Development
The Economic Development division works to increase the number of jobs in Saint Paul, increase access to those jobs and opportunities, grow Saint Paul’s tax base, and lower unemployment among the City’s diverse populations with disproportionately high unemployment rates. The team also created the Business Resource Center to facilitate access to programs and services designed to help businesses succeed in Saint Paul.
Housing
The Housing Division works to ensure access to quality housing for all Saint Paul residents. The team finances housing construction and renovations, provide foreclosure prevention and counseling, supports homeless prevention and shelter services, and informs housing policy decisions.
City of Saint Paul Announces Redevelopment Opportunity at 1170 Arcade Street
The HRA is seeking proposals for a higher density development to take advantage of nearby commercial and residential properties, as well as the transit and amenities in the area.
Read More30% AMI Deeply Affordable Housing Program Solicitation Now Open
This solicitation aims to facilitate the creation of multifamily rental housing units affordable to households at or below the 30% Area Median Income level.
Read MoreMayor Carter Announces $4.65 Million in New Investments for Community Businesses, Low-Income Families, and Artists
American Rescue Plan Funds Will Support Community-Owned Businesses, Home Improvements for Low-Income Families, and Investments in Local Cultural Arts Initiatives
Read MoreCity of Saint Paul Announces Redevelopment Opportunity at 1570 White Bear Avenue
The request for offers for the former Hafner’s site envisions a mix of uses, including housing for all ages, incomes, family types and household sizes.
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