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Council lays over assessment appeal for 586 Burgess to March after owner cites financial hardship
Summary
The City Council heard an appeal of a vacant‑building assessment for 586 Burgess and laid the matter over to March 26, 2025, while staff checks statutory limits on multi‑year spreads and community partners explore assistance. Owner Tom Novak described being underinsured after a fire and unable to complete repairs.
The St. Paul City Council on Jan. 7 laid over an appeal concerning a vacant‑building assessment for 586 Burgess Street to March 26 so staff can review statutory limits and local partners can evaluate assistance options.
Legislative hearing officer Ms. Moorman told the council the property entered the vacant‑building program after a 2020 fire and currently carries a $5,077 assessment before the council. Moorman recommended approval of the…
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