The redevelopment of Mary Hall, a historic building at 438 Dorothy Day Place in Saint Paul, is moving forward thanks to significant support from local, state, and federal funding sources. Aeon is purchasing the building from Catholic Charities with plans to transform it into 88 units of permanent supportive housing. Most of the units will be efficiency apartments, with nine one-bedroom units, designed to provide stable housing for individuals who need additional support.
On October 23, the Saint Paul City Council approved over $3 million in tax increment financing (TIF) and a Metropolitan Council loan to help fund the $34.7 million renovation. This project is also benefiting from a variety of other funding sources, including $11.2 million in housing infrastructure bonds from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.
The redevelopment will include major improvements to the building, including a new roof, updated plumbing and electrical systems, asbestos remediation, and more. The five-story building will also feature a new community room and space for supportive services that will be available 24/7, in partnership with local nonprofits and Ramsey County.
Mary Hall will provide housing for veterans experiencing homelessness, individuals who are high-priority homeless clients, and others who need affordable housing. Seventeen units will be reserved for veterans with Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing vouchers, and 46 units will be set aside for individuals identified as high-priority by the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. The remaining units will be available for individuals with rent vouchers.
We’re proud of the collaboration that has gone into this project, from working with local residents and businesses to addressing safety concerns, to ensuring the housing first model is implemented, which means residents do not have to meet treatment or other requirements before receiving housing and support. The renovation is expected to be completed by February 2026, and we look forward to providing a stable, supportive home for those who need it most.
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