MBEX Has the Scoop

Check out our latest updates & findings below.

Have news to share? We’d love to hear it! Send your company hires, news, events and press releases to ah@mbex.org.

Page 1 of 13 pages  1 2 3 >  Last ›

Industry Stats & Reports

Building Buzz: Welcome to February!

posted on 02.12.2025


Welcome to Building Buzz, where we're reading the headlines so you don't have to.

Already halfway through February, the construction industry is tackling big challenges and seizing new opportunities.

Minnesota continues to wrestle with greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, even as the state makes strides in overall reductions. Meanwhile, Milwaukee County is preparing for a $490-million overhaul of its nearly century-old Public Safety Building, aiming to modernize and streamline its justice system. Nonresidential construction spending saw a slight dip to close out 2024, but data centers and manufacturing remain bright spots for growth this year. On the housing front, office-to-apartment conversions are set to hit an all-time high in 2025, offering a creative solution to outdated office space. Locally, projects like Yellow Tree’s 242-unit development in Inver Grove Heights and Big-D’s new affordable housing in Rosemount are adding much-needed residential options.

With infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation in the spotlight, it's shaping up to be another dynamic month in construction. Let's dive in further to this Building Buzz:
 



FEBRUARY 3

Buildings continue to pose greenhouse gas challenge
Minnesota continues to struggle to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings. The state released data from 2005 and to 2022 that showed continued emissions in three categories related to businesses and housing. Combined, they represent 33% of all emissions in the state, collectively more than agriculture, electricity generation, and the leading polluter, transportation. Still, the state continues to see progress. Overall, emissions have dropped 14% since 2005, according to Katrina Kessler, commissioner of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. One challenge has been the return to normality after the pandemic when emissions plummeted in 2020 and 2021 before jumping 6.4% in 2022. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Milwaukee County plans $490M Public Safety Building overhaul
Shortly after hiring a consulting firm to redesign the Public Safety Building, Milwaukee County officials toured the crumbling facility ahead of a $490-million reconstruction project. The building, located at 821 West State Street in Milwaukee, is nearly 100 years old and doesn't reach state standards for courthouses, creating slowdowns in the local justice system and safety risks for those who use the facility, according to many local officials and judges. In January, the county announced it selected engineering firm AECOM to provide architectural planning and design services on a multi-year project. The county also brought a team from the National Center for State Courts' Court Consulting Services Division to seek stakeholder input. AECOM will work on design through 2027, and construction could begin in 2028 or 2029 and continue through 2031 or 2032, officials noted. (The Daily Reporter)
 

Nonresidential construction spending down 0.2% in December; Data Centers and Manufacturing make up 94% of spending increase in 2024
Spending was down on a monthly basis in 9 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending increased 0.1%, while public no0nresidential construction spending was down 0.5% in December. While its expected public sector activity should at least partially rebound in the coming months, high interest rates and an emerging trade war with Canada and Mexico will continue to weight on many privately financed segments. (Associated Builders and Contractors)
 

Pipeline of office-to-apartment conversions expected to hit all-time high in 2025
It's true that converting office space to multi-family buildings is no easy task. But such conversions offer an opportunity for cities to remove outdated or obsolete office space and replace it with highly desirable rental housing. This truth explains the prediction from RentCafe that the number of office-to-apartment conversions will soar across the United States in 2025. In its Market Insights report, published January 30th, RentCafe said estimates that the number of apartments set to be converted from office spaces in the United States will jump to a record-breaking 70,7000 in 2025. (RE Journals)
 

Yellow Tree pays $3.6M for Inver Grove Heights development site
Yellow Tree Development has closed on the site of its planned 242-unit, $66.4-million apartment building in Inver Grove Heights and hopes to begin pushing dirt by midyear. Silver Tree LLC, an entity related to Yellow Tree, paid $3.6-million for the 4.4-acre development site at the southwest corner of 70th Street and Agate Trail, according to a certificate of real estate value made public. Construction would begin as soon as May, but it's more likely to happen in June or July. In April, the Inver Grove Heights City Council granted land-use approvals for the project, which will offer 242 market-rate apartments ranging from studios to three-bedroom units, and amenities such as a sky lounge with a roof deck, a fitness center, a yoga studio, work-from-home stations, and a pool. (Finance & Commerce)
 



FEBRUARY 4

Big-D completes affordable rentals in Rosemount
The 160-unit Landing at Amber Fields Apartments, part of the larger Amber Fields development, offers a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom options. Each unit feature "in-home washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops." Community amenities include a club room, fitness room, underground parking, outdoor patio, playground, and dog park. The units are affordable for households at 50%, 60%, and 70% of the area median income (AMI). (Finance & Commerce)
 

Milwaukee plans $490M Public Safety Building overhaul
Shortly after hiring a consulting firm to redesign the Public Safety Building, Milwaukee County officials toured the crumbling facility ahead of a $490-million reconstruction project. The Public Safety Building, at 821 West State Street in Milwaukee, holds a handful of criminal courts and holding and jury facilities for the county court system. The building in nearly 100 years old and doesn't reach state standards for courthouses, creating slowdowns in the local justice system and safety risks for those who use the facility, according to many local officials and judges. The early plan assumption is to move facilities out of the safety building, then deconstruct and reconstruct the facility. Overall, the county wants to put all the criminal courts under one roof. The design process will take two years and early plans aren't final. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Sports complex could spur development in SE Rochester
The city of Rochester has signed off on a $5-million property acquisition for a future $65-million sports and recreation complex, a project that will bring new outdoor athletic facilities to the southeast part of the city. A second project phase with indoor facilities could ultimately double the project cost. The 160-acre property deal, approved by the City Council on February 3rd, offers more than enough land for both indoor and outdoor attractions --- as well as potential private sector development, which could generate revenue to support the second round of construction. City officials looked at more than 15 potential sites for the complex and boiled that list down to three before settling on a property owned by Seneca Foods Corp. Located north of 45th Street near St. Bridget Road Southeast, the Seneca site has ample room for expansion and future development, such as hotels, restaurants and housing, according to a city staff report. (Finance & Commerce)
 



FEBRUARY 5

$23.5M in funding helps advance 3 Trellis projects
Nonprofit developer, Trellis Co. will start interviewing contractors to build its 40-unit supportive housing project in Mankato, according to a Trellis leader. The project, which has yet to receive an official name but is located at 750 Linder Avenue, will begin construction near the end of 2025 and has an anticipated completion timeline of 12 - 14 months. The project completed its gap financing after the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency awarded the project $7.25-million in December. The Mankato project was not the only project for which Trellis was awarded funding. For two preservation projects in Eveleth and St. Louis Park, the firm received $7.65-million and $8.56-million. Trellis is the only group to receive multiple funding awards for multi-family projects in this round of state funding, having been given a total of $23.5-million. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Rochester OKs annexation, rezoning for 220 new homes
Bigelow Homes, which is headquartered in Rochester, hopes to begin site work as soon as the summer on the multi-year development. The Rochester City Council approved annexation and rezoning requests to push the plans forward. Besides the annexation, the council approved a zoning change from "R-1," which is for "larger lot" single-family development, to "R-2," which allows duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and smaller lot single-family houses. From a construction standpoint, the goal is to begin moving dirt in July or August and commence street and underground work in Spring 2026. Finished lot should appear in August 2026, followed by two construction phases of 110 lots each. (Finance & Commerce)
 



FEBRUARY 6

$8.5M settlement reached in construction worker's death
Personal injury law firm SiebenCarey has announced that it has reached an $8.5-million settlement in the death of a construction worker who was crushed by a dump truck in downtown St. Paul in 2022. Part of the large settlement reflects the pain and emotional turmoil suffered before the worker's death, a remedy available thanks to changes in the state's wrongful death laws in the Omnibus Judiciary and Public Safety Bill enacted in 2023. Peter Michael Davis was a 61-year-old construction worker for subcontractor SGP Contracting Inc. He also had been a longtime employee of the St. Paul Regional Water Services Department. David was working construction on Wabasha Street just south of Seventh Street East in downtown St. Paul on September 28, 2022, when a loaded dump truck operated by Dawson Barber and owned by Ti-Zack Concrete backed up to the construction site. It backed up for approximately six seconds before it hit Davis, traveling just under 70-feet before stopping. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Hearth ready to build apartments on site made famous by 'Fargo'
Way back in 2022, Hearth Development cleared the city entitlement process for a planned $14-million, market-rate apartment building on a site that may be familiar to fans of the movie "Fargo" --- the old Lakeside Club location in Mahtomedi. Memorable scenes from the 1996 movie were filed at 10 Old Wildwood Road, the location of the Lakeside Club. The club has since been demolished, but the 39-unit apartment project is finally on the cusp of construction. Hearth plans to break ground next week on the building, which will be targeted to people 55 and older. Designed by Kass Wilson and built by Nottingham Construction, the building will feature an outdoor community space with a party deck, a golf simulator, pet wash, community room on the main floor, office spaces for residents and other amenities. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Tariff threats loom over construction spending
Construction spending in late 2024 inched upward thanks to single-family homes and data centers, but recently announced tariffs over the weekend could impact future construction spending. That's according to a report from the Associated General Contractors of America. Total construction spending in December was $2.9-trillion at a seasonally adjusted annual rate, AGC added. Public construction spending fell 0.5% for the month and rose 4.3% over 12 months, officials said. The three largest segments were highway and street, education, and transportation construction, which had short term falls but long-term gains. Private office construction other than data centers grew 1.2% in December and 12.8% year-over-year, officials noted. (Finance & Commerce)
 



FEBRUARY 7

Affordable 'passive house' townhomes pitched near Midtown Greenway
A local development team wants to build 10 passive house-designed, affordable townhome units on a former encampment site along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis' Midtown Phillips neighborhood. The 14th Avenue Townhomes, proposed by Trio Development Group and the City of Lakes Community Land Trust, would rise on three city-owned vacant lots at 2833-39 14th Avenue South, according to a staff report for the February 10th Minneapolis Planning Commission meeting. The construction cost would be about $4-million, according to Paul Gates Architect, who is working on the project. The commission will consider two variances and review a site plan for the proposed L-shaped building, which would offer three four-bedroom units, four two-bedroom, units, and three one-bedroom units. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Government & Regulation

New & Recent Laws That Every Minnesota Employer Should Know in 2025

posted on 01.20.2025


A fresh year always brings fresh updates, and for Minnesota employers, 2025 has a lot to unpack.

From pay transparency to updated sick leave rules, here’s a straightforward. no-fuss rundown of what’s new and how it could impact your business.
 

PAY & BENEFITS TRANSPARENCY (2025)
Starting January 1, 2025, a new statewide pay-transparency law for employers with 30 or more employees is in place. Under Minnesota Statutes 181.173, job postings must now include:

• The starting salary range (no more "open ranges").
• A general description of benefits and other compensation (think health insurance, retirement plans, etc.).
• This applies to postings across the board --- whether online, in print, or through third-party recruiters.

Bother the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry and the Attorney General's office will enforce compliance.

The goal? To level the playing field by addressing disparities in compensation. Minnesota's not alone here; states like California, New York, and Colorado have similar laws. If you're hiring across multiple states, now's a good time to ensure you're meeting all the rules. 

 

AMENDED SICK AND SAFE TIME REQUIREMENTS (2025)
Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law has been around since 2024, but amendments in 2025 bring some important tweaks:

• Using PTO for ESST Purposes: Employers can now use PTO for ESST-eligible reasons, even after exhausting their ESST balance.
• Expanded reasons: Funeral leave is now included under ESST-qualifying purposes.
• Recordkeeping: Employers must retain ESST-related records for at least three years.

With these changes, it's a good idea to revisit their PTO and ESST policies to ensure that everything is up to date.

 

MINIMUM WAGE RATE HIKE (2025)
At the start of the year, Minnesota's minimum wage has gone up to $11.13 an hour.

While this applies statewide, don't forget to check for higher rates in Minneapolis and St. Paul if you're operating in them. A training wage is still available for workers under 20 years of age, but double-check those city ordinances to avoid hiccups.

 

MINNESOTA HUMAN RIGHTS ACT CHANGES (2024)
Changes to the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA) in August 2024 carry big implications for employers:

• Unlimited Punitive Damages: The previous $25,000 cap is gone, so penalties for violations could be steep.
• Jury Determinations: Juries, not judges, now decide the extent of damages in discrimination cases.
• Expanded "Disability" Definition: This now includes conditions that are episodic or in remission but would limit major life activities when active.
• More Time to File Claims: Employees now have 90 days to file a lawsuit after receiving a dismissal notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR).

Make sure your policies align with these updates to avoid costly mistakes.

 

MISCLASSIFICATION OF EMPLOYEES AS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS & NEW RULES FOR CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES (2025 and 2024)
Independent Contractor Misclassification: Starting July 1, 2024, misclassifying employees as independent contractors can cost you up to $10,000 per violation. Additional penalties apply for obstructing investigations.

Construction Industry-Specific Rules: As of March 1, 2025, construction companies face new criteria for classifying workers. A 14-factor test now determines whether a worker is an independent contractor. Penalties are steep, with up to $10,000 per misclassification and potential individual liability for repeated violations.

 

ELECTRONIC TIPS TO WORKERS (2024)
As of August 2024, all electronic tips—whether from a card or an app—must be given in full by the next pay period to the employee. If your business relies on tipped workers, this one's a no-brainer to implement. 

 

Change can feel overwhelming, but staying ahead of compliance is crucial. Now’s the time to review your policies, update handbooks, and ensure your team is trained on these new requirements.

Got questions? Reach out to legal counsel or a trusted HR professional for guidance.
 

-------- 


This information was pulled from "The Work Week with Bassford Remele" newsletter, published on January 6, 2025 (read it here). The attorneys at Bassford Remele's Employment Law practice group have extensive experience advising employers on these and other new and changing laws, regulations, and ordinances, from federal to local. Please reach out to any of their team members for guidance, questions, or further assistance.

Industry Stats & Reports

Building Buzz: January 2 - 10

posted on 01.17.2025


Welcome to the first Building Buzz of 2025, where we're reading the headlines so you don't have to.

As we settle into the new year, the construction industry is already hard at work shaping communities and addressing challenges. In Wauwatosa, developers are turning a parking lot into a nearly 200-unit apartment complex, while the Milwaukee Bucks’ downtown plans show how mixed-use projects continue to redefine urban spaces. Locally, Trellis Co.’s purchase of the Flour Exchange in Minneapolis could breathe new life into the historic building, hinting at potential residential or mixed-use conversions. Across the Midwest, Iowa’s solar capacity is getting a boost, and Minnesota’s water infrastructure projects in Rochester and Lino Lakes are tackling critical updates for the future.

With steady job growth in construction and evolving regulations on the horizon, 2025 looks to be a year of practical progress and adaptation.

Let's dive in further to see what's already underway these first few weeks of January.
 



JANUARY 2

Developer pitches nearly 200 apartments in Wauwatosa
Mandel Group is requesting a conditional use permit to build a four-story, 196-unit apartment building at 720 North Mayfair Road. The Wauwatosa Plan Commission recommended approval of the project, located in the Research Park District and Mayfair Overlay zone on December 9th. The project site is currently a parking lot for the Milwaukee County Research Park, which has been redeveloped by Irgens for nearly several decades. The apartments will be made up of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units and above an underground parking structure with 227 spaces, project plans showed. There will be a total of 275 parking spaces with 48 surface parking spaces, plans showed. The way the building is designed allows for three building facades to face Wisconsin Avenue, reducing the complex's scale along the avenue, plans showed. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Milwaukee Bucks eye land for future mixed-use apartment
The city will hold a public hearing on January 16th to consider a land transfer between the team and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee for 300-318 West Juneau Avenue, an official notice showed. The transfer will "allow Milwaukee Bucks LLC to develop property consistent with their downtown arena project," the notice said. The building would be 27,000-square-feet of first-floor mixed-use space, Deer District officials said in a previous statement. Development partners expect construction to start in mid-2025. (Finance & Commerce)
 



JANUARY 3

Affordable housing developer Trellis buys Flour Exchange in downtown Minneapolis
An entity tied to Minneapolis-based nonprofit Trellis Co. acquired the 93,352-square-foot, Class B office building last month for $3.48-million, according to an electronic certificate of real estate value filed with the Minnesota Department of Revenue. The public real estate filing denoting the sale suggests the building may be transformed into another use, showing a planned use as "other, special or unspecified." The 12-sotry building was marketed as a potential conversion to residential, hospitality or a mix of uses. The building has an occupancy of 34%, as of June of last year. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

AGC's Worke on construction opportunities, challenges
As the CEO of the Associated General Contractors of Minnesota, Tim Worke is one of the leading voices of Minnesota's construction industry. In the following interview, Woke discusses opportunities and challenges in the construction industry, among other topics. He also previews the 2025 Minnesota Construction Summit, scheduled for February 19-20 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Presented by AGC-Minnesota, the annual summit offers exhibits, networking opportunities and seminars on industry topics ranging from safety to market forecasts. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Construction industry preps for regulatory changes
Environmental regulation receded to the background of the 2024 election, overshadowed by top voter concerns such as the economy and inflation, immigration and social issues. But industry insiders expect a looser regulatory environment in the second Trump administration, which will being both positives and potential negatives, consultants said. Construction executives and superintendents are watching for action on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's proposed heat rule. In July, OSHA proposed a rule to protect 36-million workers at risk of heat injury, illness or death in the workplace. It has not gone into law. More broadly, the construction industry is optimistic about accelerating pre-construction environmental reviews, including remediation projects. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Injunction against Lino Lakes building pause denied
The U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota has denied a motion seeking a preliminary injunction against a Lino Lakes construction moratorium that developers say discriminates against Muslims seeking to build a mosque and hundreds of housing units in the city. The court determined that the plaintiffs would not be irreparably harmed without the injunction as a lawsuit against the city proceeds. In 2021, a property developer sought to develop parcels called the "Robinson Property." However, it never got beyond the concept stage. Jameel Ahmed and Faraaz Mohammed, Muslims who worship at a misjid in Blaine, which is adjacent to Lino Lakes, noted that the masjid had more worshippers than capacity. They also subscribe to Islamic traditions that Muslims receive spiritual blessings if they walk to their place of worship. Hoping to develop a community where Muslims could walk to their mosque, Ahmed and Mohammed formed Zikar Holdings. In 2023, they identified the Robinson Property as the place to make it happen. The anticipated residential development would be called "Madinah Lakes." (Finance & Commerce)
 



JANUARY 6

Burns & McDonnell completes construction of 200 MW of solar in Iowa
Engineering consultant Burns & McDonnell announced it has completed construction of two utility-scale solar projects in Iowa. The projects will deliver electricity to Iowa's utility Aliiant Energy. The two completed projects include the 150 MW Wever solar project and the 50 MW Creston solar project. Combined, the two projects are expected to collectively provide enough power for about 40,000 homes annually. The projects give a significant boost to Iowa's solar output, which currently stands at just 700 MW, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. (PV Magazine)
 

Projects in Milwaukee and beyond booming in 2025
Redevelopment of a former mall, the replacement of a freeway, more hotel rooms and housing are all on the table for construction in the Milwaukee area in 2025. Construction is booming across the rest of Wisconsin with megaprojects slated for the southeastern region. Here are some projects approaching completion, underway, or planned for 2025. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Rochester, Lino Lakes win big in water infrastructure funding
An aging water treatment plant in Rochester and a new drinking water facility in Lino Lakes are among the big winners in the latest round of project funding from the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority. The MPFA recently announced $265-million in low-interest loans and grants for 27 wastewater and drinking water improvements throughout the state, including the Rochester and Lino Lakes projects, both of which are already under construction. Scheduled for completion in December 2026, the Rochester project will replace aging equipment, improve efficiency, reduce operational and maintenance costs and reduce phosphorus from drinking water with less reliance on chemicals, according to the city. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Rondo Community Land Trust pitches condos, retail along Selby Avenue in St. Paul
The nonprofit Rondo Community Land Trust is planning a mixed-use building with 20 affordable condominium units along Selby Avenue in St. Paul. The St. Paul-based land trust is also seeking to add about 3,000-square-feet of commercial space on the ground floor of the five-story building. The city's Planning Commission will consider whether to rezone the site for project this week (January 6-10). The current building at the site, which formerly housed a dry-cleaning business and two residential units, is vacant, according to city documents. Rondo CLT first presented its plans December 19th to the city's Zoning Committee, which recommended approval of the rezoning. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Why construction companies face cybersecurity risks --- and how to combat them
Most construction companies know to secure their tools on a job site from theft and vandalism. But are you protecting your most important tool: your IT systems? To protect against these threats, the construction industry and its companies should adopt robust cybersecurity practices. Even small companies --- construction enterprises of all sizes can be targets for attack. This starts with developing a cybersecurity program that is aligned with the company's size and needs. (Washington Business Journal)
 



JANUARY 7

Construction Employment picks up at the end of the year
Construction employment data saw some improvement at the end of 2024. In November, nonfarm payroll employment rose in 38 states and Washington DC, while it declined in 12 states, according to the National Association of Home Builders' Eye On Housing blog. Nationwide, 227,000 jobs were added, which was an improvement from October when only 32,000 jobs were added. In the construction sector alone, job increases were seen in 23 states and DC, while 23 states experienced losses, and four states saw no change. Minnesota recorded the highest percentage increase at 2.1%, and Indiana had the largest percentage decline at 2%. (Pro Builder  |  National Association of Home Builders)
 

St. Paul zoning board rejects Ryan's smaller-scale plan at Highland Bridge
The Pioneer Press reports that the board voted 4-2 to reject Ryan Cos. US Inc.'s request for zoning variances for parcels along Ford Parkway, where the Minneapolis developer had hoped to build a series of one-story commercial buildings. The Business Journal reported on Ryan's new plan for the area, which is significantly shorter than the multi-story buildings called for in the original Highland Park master plan. Where the city once envisioned buildings as tall as 65-feet, with apartments sitting above commercial space, Ryan sought commercial buildings as short as 12-feet. (The developer did include a four-story apartment building in its plan.) Ryan's proposal had won backing from city planning staff, but the idea has drawn pushback from area residents, and board members had concerns, as well. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Designs approved for $90M Wauwatosa apartment
Developers Cobalt Partners and John Vassallo presented plans for Tosa Lofts, a five-story, 385-unit apartment complex at 11811 West Bluemount Road. The plans went to the Wauwatosa Design Review Board on December 5, 2024, but the committee held the project. After returning to the board with minor changes to the exterior, the developers on January 2nd secured approval from the committee. Developers plan to demolish a school building on the site in the first quarter of 2025. Construction is expected to starting the second quarter of 2025 and will take 20 months. Milwaukee-based Korb Archit4ecture provided design services for Tosa Lofts. (Finance & Commerce)
 



JANUARY 8

Materials costs, workforce gaps will shape 2025 activity
Construction leaders are grappling with labor shortages, supply chain pressures, and shifting policies entering 2025. Labor remains a significant cost factor in the construction industry, particularly in regions with high-tech and mission critical projects, like data centers. While commodity prices have largely stabilized in 2024, fluctuating metal costs and ongoing procurement challenges continue to test the construction industry's resilience. Still, proactive planning and strategic investments can help contractors prepare for the year ahead. (Construction Dive)
 

Mixed-use project would be 'catalyst' for downtown Winona
Winona has identified a need for more housing --- and a local project team hopes to do its part with a proposed $30-million-plus development that will create new homes and other uses on a downtown site next to a future concert hall. The project team, Schwab Construction Services of Winona and Main Square Development LLC, wants to bring 121 market-rate apartments and up to 30,000-square-feet of commercial space, including a restaurant, to the 1.6-acre site at the southeast corner of Washington Street and West Fourth Street. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Opus plans office development, new headquarters at Edina site off Highway 100
The Opus Group plans to replace an aging Edina office site with a 112,000-square-foot office building, a portion of which would serve as the developer's new headquarters. The Minnetonka company submitted a sketch plan for the site, located at 5100 Eden Avenue, just off of Highway 100, where it plans to demolish a 38,000-square-foot, four-story office building known as the "building on stilts." (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 



JANUARY 9

Contractors lobby Trump allies to dodge potential tariffs
A national organization of contractors said that it's working to head off tariffs threatened by the incoming Trump administration that the construction industry fears will add to costs and undermine a humming economy. The Association of General Contractors of America is also lobbying Trump associates to rescind President Biden's rule requiring project labor agreements on major federal projects, and to limit contractors' liability for chemicals known as PFAs. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Data center boom powers rebound in construction planning
The Dodge Momentum Index climbed 10.2% to close 2024. Commercial planning led the charge with a 14.2% increase, while institutional planning posted a more modest 2.5% gain, according to the report. On a year over year basis, the DMI jumped 19% compared to December 2023. Commercial planning surged 30% during that period, while institutional planning remained largely flat. Data enter continue to pay a pivotal role in that growth, according to Dodge, but the increase also had a broader base. (Construction Dive)
 

Program could reduce barriers for small contractors
The Associated General Contractors of Minnesota developed the "prompt payment" program, which is part of the association's 2025 legislative agenda. In a nutshell, the program would enable approved small businesses to receive "direct, partial payments from owners in a timely manner," according to the association. The program addresses a longstanding concern for small businesses and low-tier contractors --- the ability to cash flow their way through projects that may take years to complete. As payments trickle down from the owner to the prime contractor to the subcontractors, lower-tier subs, including small businesses, are last in line to get paid. In the meantime, AGC notes, the small businesses are required to pay upfront for supplies and labor costs. (Finance & Commerce)
 



JANUARY 10

Kalahari Resorts plans $85M waterpark expansion in Wisconsin Dells
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, the African-inspired water park located in the Wisconsin Dells, announced that it has started construction on an $85-million, 75,000-sqiare-foot expansion of its indoor waterpark. One of the major additions of the project is a retractable roof that would create an open-air waterpark option in the warmer months. The glass-enclosed building will also add three new waterslides to the resort, including two six-person raft slides and a four-lane racing slide. Kalahari Resorts also said the facility will house attractions such as a spa pool, a zero-depth entry pool that has tanning ledges, a new kiddie pool with a slide and another area with an adult swim-up bar. The business expects the expansion to open by Fall 2026. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Macalester's 'welcome center' project advances
The plans for this $100-million project hinge in part on a rezoning process that's expected to wrap up by the end of the month. The "first reading" of a project-related rezoning ordinance was held the week of January 6-10. The second reading and a public hearing were scheduled for January 15, followed by final adoption on January 22. A project narrative reveals plans for a five-story building with a welcome center on the main level and a 224-bed residence hall on the top four stories. Included in the welcome center plans are a large lobby space, offices for admissions staff, and a "coffee-type shop" that will eb open to the public. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Government & Regulation

Navigating the CTA and Beneficial Ownership Reporting

posted on 01.06.2025

In yet another twist, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated its earlier stay of the preliminary injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This means that reporting companies are not currently required to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN and are not subject to liability if they fail to do so while the injunction remains in place.

The appellate court has expedited the appeal to the next available oral argument panel, which, according to the Fifth Circuit's docket, is March 25, 2025.

In early December, however, a federal judge for the Eastern District of Texas questioned the constitutionality of a business being forced to report information as required by the CTA and enjoined the federal government from enforcing the act in advance of the January 1, 2025 filing deadline for non-exempt businesses.
 



What Does This Mean For You?

   • Filing Not Required: The nationwide injunction is currently in effect.
   • Stay Ready: This could change again pending further court rulings.
   • Consult Legal Advisors: If you're unsure about your next steps, consulting with your attorney is a good idea.

Companies may still voluntarily submit their BOI reports, if they choose.
 



Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
The Corporate Transparency Act requires specific businesses to disclose information about individuals who hold significant control over or ownership in the company. This transparency measure is designed to prevent illicit activities, such as money laundering and fraud, by making it clear who truly owns and operates a business.

At the heart of this requirement is the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report, which must be submitted to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a division of the U.S. Department of Treasury. For purposes of the CTA, a "beneficial owner" includes anyone who either:

   • Holds at least 25% ownership in the company, or
   • Exercises significant control over company decisions.
 



Determining if Your Business Needs to File
Two primary categories of businesses are required to file under the CTA:

1.) Domestic Reporting Companies: U.S.-based entities like corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), or other businesses formed through state filings.
2.) Foreign Reporting Companies: Companies created outside the U.S. but legally registered to conduct business within it.

Based on these requirements, most small businesses are going to be required to file. Certain businesses, however, are exempt from this requirement. Exemptions cover specific types of organizations, including banks, credit unions, large corporations, and insurance companies. In total, there are 23 exemptions, so companies unsure of their status should review this list to determine if they need to file.
 



Filing Deadlines and Requirements
As with all compliance filing requirements, meeting deadlines is crucial to avoid penalties. Filing requirements differ based on when a business was established:

   • Existing Businesses: If your company was created before January 1, 2024, your BOI report must be submitted by January 1, 2025.
   • New Businesses: Companies formed in 2024 have a go-day window from the time they receive public notice of their official formation.
   • Future Entities: For businesses formed after January 1, 2025, the BOI report is due within 30 days of registration.

Once filed, businesses are generally not required to update the report annually. However, if there are significant changes in beneficial ownership or if corrections are needed, the company must submit an updated BOI report. There is no requirement to report the termination or dissolution of a company.
 



Required Information for the BOI Report
The BOI report gathers essential information about beneficial owners to create a transparent ownership profile. Required details include:

   • Full legal name
   • Date of birth
   • Current residential address
   • A unique identification number (e.g. passport or driver's license number)

This information ensures the government has accurate and up-to-date records of individuals who control business entities within the United States.
 



How to File
Filing the BOI report is straightforward and cost-free. The process can be completed electronically via FinCEN's secure website: www.fincen.gov/boi.

 

-------

Content for this post was sourced from the following articles: Navigate the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Reporting by Shauna Huntington for ForConstructionPros.com / Fortiviti; Update: Appeals Court Reverses CTA Decision, Stay Back in Effect by Kim Slowey for The Construction Broadsheet; and Corporate Transparency Act Update: Filing Not Required for Now by BLD Connection.

Industry Stats & Reports

Building Buzz: December 2 - 6

posted on 12.10.2024

This week’s Building Buzz showcases a construction industry bustling with activity and optimism.

From decarbonizing designs to meet sustainability goals, as discussed at the AIA Minnesota conference, to ambitious redevelopment projects like Eagan’s transformation of a former middle school into a vibrant residential hub, the region is paving the way for innovation. Meanwhile, bold plans like Life Time’s luxury housing and fitness project in Maple Grove highlight a growing trend of integrated, high-end developments. With the Minneapolis Fed’s survey revealing a brighter outlook for 2025, fueled by moderated inflation and decreasing interest rates, the industry is poised for an exciting year ahead.

Dive into the full articles to explore how these projects and trends are reshaping the local and national construction landscapes.
 


DECEMBER 2

Sustainable: A blueprint for cutting carbon in construction
Every material in the construction process involves carbon in its creation. Building anything generates carbon emissions, from trucks driving materials to a site to the power consumed to create those materials. Yet architects have been working on approaches using a mix of tools that help find suppliers and monitor outcomes, making decarbonization more achievable. In November, the Minnesota chapter of the American Institute of Architects' annual conference featured a session on best practices for decarbonization projects. Speakers broke down their approach and the challenges they had to overcome to get near-net zero projects. (Finance & Commerce)
 


DECEMBER 3

Eagan school site redevelopment would bring apartments, townhomes
Pulte Homes, Enclave and Lifestyle Communities have a development plan for the former Metcalf Middle School site at 2250 Diffley Road that would bring an apartment building with 245-units, another multi-family complex that would serve as a 66-unit senior cooperative, 97 townhomes and 42 twin homes. Metcalf Park, as the development has been dubbed, was put forward for a rezoning and preliminary planned development vote at the November 26th meeting of the Eagan Advisory Planning Commission, which voted 7-0 to recommend approval. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Enclave to develop stalled 50th & France luxury apartment project
Enclave Cos. confirmed it is partnering with the former developer of the project tied to Eden Prairie-based Quadriga Ventures, to soon start building a 5-story, mixed-used development at 4901 France Avenue South. The site is located on the north end of the 50th & France district that straddles the Edina-Minneapolis border. Enclave said it's planning 47 luxury apartment units and about 7,500-square-feet of first-floor retail space, which differs only slightly from what was previously approved by the city in early 2022. At the time, the project was approved despite objections from more than 100 neighbors. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Kenosha gives early approval for data center site
The Kenosha City Plan Commission approved the city annexing land at the northeast corner of 136th Avenue and Burlington Road from the town of Paris, Wisconsin Public Radio reported. The site is northwest of the intersection between Interstate 94 and Wisconsin Highway 142, where Uline and Amazon warehouses stand. The owners want to rezone the land to a heavy manufacturing district and build four 250,000-square-foot data center buildings and a utility substation, a city agenda showed. They must get final approval from the Kenosha Common Council before construction starts. Crews will connect the site to Kenosha water and sewer utilities and pave several access drives in the first phase of construction. The next phase will involve construction of data center buildings. The project is expected to take multiple years. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Madison dedicates nearly $10M to affordable housing
The city of Madison Community Development Division on November 26th approved using $9.85-million from the city affordable housing fund to fill financial gaps for four developers who are looking to build affordable housing. The developers were selected through a request for proposals process and will build a combined total of 267-units, of which 167 will be affordable. The Common Council also approved a $10-million commitment to support the first phase of the Triangle redevelopment project to replace public housing near the city's west side. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Minneapolis Fed: Construction outlook is 'optimistic'
With inflation moderating and interest rates trending down, local construction companies have a rosier outlook for the coming year than they did at this time in 2023 and 2022, according to a new survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. The survey reveals that businesses have lingering concerns about labor availability, material costs, interest rates and more, but the mood is clearly better compared to a year ago. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Pentair acquires G&F Manufacturing for $108M
Pentair, a water-treatment company legally based in London with headquarters in Golden Valley, Minnesota, said it would purchase North Fort Myers, Florida-based G&F Manufacturing Inc. for $108-million in cash. G&F produces GulfStream Heat Pumps, a brand that specializes in high-efficiency, sustainable heat pumps. GulfStream has four distribution centers and a 25,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Florida. Pentair offers several products in the pool sector including heat pumps, lighting, pool maintenance and parts. With this acquisition, Pentair will expand its pool equipment offerings to include the GulfStream brand. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 


DECEMBER 4

Milwaukee developers pitch 300-unit apartment in Wauwatosa
Cobalt Partners and John Vassallo submitted plans for the "Tosa Lofts," a five-story, 357-unit apartment building at 11811 West Bluemound Road, a city agenda showed. The Wauwatosa Design Review Board will review the plans, and the site is currently home to the Wisconsin International Academy. The developers plan to demolish the school building in the first quarter of 2025. They will start construction in the second quarter of 2025 and construction will carry on for 20 months. Amenities include a covered patio, spin rooms, golf simulators, outdoor yoga area, outdoor terrace, a pool with cabanas, a courtyard pavilion and a club room. The club room and pavilion will have green roofs, plans showed. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Multi-family housing starts down again in November
During the month, cities in the 13-county metro area permitted 856 new housing units overall, down 13% from November 2023, according to the Keystone Report. That includes 660 single-family homes, up 15% and 196 multi-family units, down 52%. On the multi-family side, the biggest project permitted in November was a 172-unit affordable apartment building in Burnsville. Overall, multi-family construction took another step back in November after a brief sign of life in October, when planned multi-family units increased for the first time in nearly a year. (Finance & Commerce)
 

PPL promotes Karla Henderson to president, CEO
Minneapolis-based affordable housing provider Project for Pride in Living (PPL) has appointed Karla Henderson as the organization's preident and chief of executive officer. Henderson, who starts her new job duties on January 6th, joined PPL as senior vice president of housing stability in March 2024. She oversees housing operations, including real estate development, resident services, and property and asset management. (Finance & Commerce)
 


DECEMBER 5

Life Time pitches luxury housing-fitness mix in Maple Grove
Chanhassen-based Life Time is seeking city approvals for the proposed development, which includes a 90,000- to 120,000-square-foot high-end health and wellness facility and 200-385 luxury apartments within the 100-acre Minnesota Health Village development site near Interstate 94 and Highway 610. The fitness building and apartments would rise on 17.5-acres at the northeast corner of the Minnesota Health Village site. Ryan Cos. US Inc. is the master developer of Minnesota Health Village. Life Time still has some hurdles to clear in city entitlement process, but it's off to a good start. The Maple City Council swiftly approved a planned unit development concept stage plan, and preliminary and final plat. (Finance & Commerce)
 


DECEMBER 6

Dodge Momentum Index slides 2% in November
The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) decreased 2.3% in November to 191.5 from the revised October ready of 196.0. Over the month, commercial planning fell 4.6% while institutional planning improved 2.5%. On the commercial side, slower data center, office, warehouse and retail planning drove much of the month's decline, while strong growth in education planning informed much of the growth on the institutional side. The institutional portion of the DMI has grown 5 of the last 6 months. (Dodge Construction Network)
 

Eagan OKs 104-unit townhome development
Lennar Corp. pitched a development on the northwest section of the Thomson Reuters' Eagan Campus redevelopment site, east of the intersection of Yankee Doodle Road and Elrene Road. The move by the City Council to approve the preliminary subdivision comes on the heels of the body giving Ryan Cos. the OK for the comprehensive guide plan amendment and other approvals for the property at its November 19th meeting. The 104 townhomes will sit on 22-acres and is part of Lennar's "coordinated effort" with Ryan, according to planning notes. It will feature four to six units per building, with 24 buildings overall. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Lilly invest $3B to expand Wisconsin plant as obesity drug demand soars
Eli Lilly said it will invest $3-billion to expand the manufacturing plant it bought in Pleasant Prairie, Wisc., earlier this year, as it scrambles to meet soaring demand for its weight-loss and diabetes drugs. The acquisition, expansion, and additional purchases of land and the adjacent warehouse in Wisconsin bring Lilly's total planned investment in the site to $4-billion, it said. (Reuters)
 

Mortenson's incoming CEO Derek Cunz optimistic about 2025
"There's a little bit of a wait and see to see how many more interest-rate cuts happen. It's a little but of, how much better will it get before you close on deals? It's going to take a little time for the markets to totally loosen up. People are thinking about deals, and we're optimistic about the future with rate cuts on the macro side. The electrification of the global economy, the on-shoring of manufacturing and the data center business are place that we're well-positioned and have had longtime businesses focused on it." (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Supreme Court could limit scope of federal environmental reviews
On December 10th, the Supreme Court heard oral argument in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County, Colorado, the first major National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) dispute before the court in 20 years. The Supreme Court's ruling could significantly affect how NEPA applies going forward, especially with the respect to climate change. Under NEPA, federal agencies considering major actions must prepare an environmental impact statement --- a detailed analysis of the "reasonably forseeable environmental effects" of the proposed activity. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Projects to Watch

Building Buzz: November 25 - 29

posted on 12.04.2024

The Midwest construction scene is serving up more than leftovers this Thanksgiving season, with bold projects making headlines and proving that progress doesn’t take a holiday.

Milwaukee  is proposing a $50-million affordable housing project breathing new life into the former Bucyrus-Erie campus, the Shiloh Cares food shelf in Minneapolis unveiled its expanded and upgraded space, providing a lifeline to the community, and Cottage Grove keeps its housing boom alive, turning a disused golf course into a neighborhood of nearly 400 homes.

Dive into these stories and more to see how construction is reshaping our cities, one project at a time.
 


NOVEMBER 22

Milwaukee county commits $3M to affordable housing project
Milwaukee County announced it will redevelop the former Bucyrus-Erie campus in South Milwaukee by investing $3-million for a proposed project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. Developer Scott Crawford Inc. is proposing a $50-million affordable housing development with 171 rental units, with 81 units set aside for residents who earn $15 an hour or less. Eight units will be reserved for veterans who earn less than 60% of the area median income, county officials said. The project will repurpose three former office buildings and construct a new building. (Finance & Commerce)
 


NOVEMBER 25

Downtown Minneapolis revitalization pitch includes office conversions
The Minneapolis Downtown Council is looking for about 3-million-square-feet of office space to convert into residential space, according to a new report released by the group. The office-to-residential conversion is one of many steps put forward by the council to cultivate the revitalize Minneapolis' downtown and to bring the area's total population to 100,000. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Local firms pitch in to renovate, expand Shiloh Cares food shelf
A project team that includes the Minneapolis office of PCL Construction, Leo A Daly and 4 The Hungry Project Management and Consulting recently completed a significant expansion and renovation of the food shelf within the Shiloh Temple International Ministries church at 1201 West Broadway Avenue. The renovation, funded by $2-million from private and public sources, created "expanded shopping space, improved accessibility and enhanced safety features, transforming the food shelf into a hub offering services beyond food assistance," according to PCL. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Oklahoma City's development with 1,907-foot tower to begin in 2025
Progress on the Bricktown development that includes plans for the tallest building in the U.S. has been slow since the City Council lifted a height restriction in June allowing the proposed 1,907-foot Legends Tower. The construction is planned to start in the first quarter of 2025, though what steps are needed to be completed before construction can begin was not shared. (Finance & Commerce)
 


NOVEMBER 26

Boston Scientific clears hurdle for building expansion in Maple Grove
Boston Scientific has the Maple Grove Planning Commission's support for a proposed building addition on the company's Weaver Lake Road Campus, a project that would expand the med tech firm's already significant and growing presence in the city. The commission recommended approval of a "planned unit development stage plan" for the project, which would add 84,000-square-feet of manufacturing and support spaces to an existing 86,000-square-foot building on the campus at Weaver Lake Road and Interstate 94. The proposed expansion will be up for City Council approval on December 2nd. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Reuter Walton pitches workforce housing in West St. Paul
St. Louis Park-based Reuter Walton plans to seek land use applications from the city of West St. Paul next month for a workforce housing project that would have, in the developer's words, the "look and feel" of a market-rate building. The West St. Paul City Council swiftly approved the "first reading" of a rezoning request for the project, which would create a four-story, 65-unit apartment building on a redevelopment site at 212 Thompson Avenue East. The project would include surface and underground parking, and amenities such as a community room, fitness area, and conference rooms. (Finance & Commerce)
 


NOVEMBER 27

3,000 housing units could replace I-794 section in Milwaukee
Rethink 794, a group lobbying Milwaukee leadership to push for tearing down one mile of I-794 between the lakefront and the Milwaukee River, released a commissioned study that shows removing a stretch of the highway could create more than a billion dollars in property values and up to 3,000 housing units. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is exploring design alternatives for I-794, whether to narrow the current freeway or replace it with an at-grade boulevard. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Apartment owners face rising insurance costs, limited labor pool in Greater Minnesota
According to new research released by the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, access to small labor pools has caused operators to cut back on staffing and employing a "hub-and-spoke model" for deploying workers to various properties in Greater Minnesota, and that firms had to deal with increasingly high insurance costs. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Enclave advances plans for 374 apartments, townhomes in Oakdale
The Oakdale City Council signed off on a planned unit development amendment, preliminary plat and site plan for the Enclave Cos. project, which includes 112 rental townhome units, a 262-unit apartment building, and a 2.83-acre public park. Located 600-feet from a Gold Line bus rapid transit station, the development site is just east of Helmo Avenue North, south of Fourth Street North, and north of Hudson Boulevard and Interstate 94. Specifically, the site includes properties at 7600, 7750, 7700, 7655, and 7701 Third Street North. Next steps include final plat approval, a noise variance and a development agreement. Those requests will likely go to the City Council in January. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Minneapolis, Hennepin County seek development RFPs for Lowry / Penn intersection
The city of Minneapolis and Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are on the hunt for development proposals for vacant lots near the intersection of Lowry and Penn avenues. The local governments are offering up multiple city- and county-owned parcels for sale in the neighborhood, split into three areas: (1) An area at 3200 Queen Avenue North, about 7,753-square-feet in total, consisting of one Hennepin County-owned parcel; (2) A lot at 3211 Penn Avenue North of about 10,201-square-feet, the parcel is owned by Hennepin County; and (3) Five parcels along Penn Avenue and an excess county right-of-way on the corner of Oliver Avenue North and Lowry Avenue, where the lots total about 36,000-square-feet of space, and four of the parcel s are owned by Minneapolis, the fifth by Hennepin County. The city and HCHRA are prioritizing mixed-use, residential or commercial development with a preference for retail that would diversify and bring value to the mix of businesses at the Penn-Lowry intersection. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

New Hope-based Horwitz acquires Preferred Electric
Mechanical, electrical and plumbing contractor Horwitz has acquired Preferred Electric, an electrical contractor specializing in commercial and industrial projects. The acquisition is "a strategic step in establishing Horwitz's vision of becoming a more comprehensive specialty service provider, enhancing its capacity to meet the evolving needs of both current and future clients," Horwitz said in a November 21st press release. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Reuter Walton pitches affordable housing at vacant West St. Paul house
Developer Reuter Walton is looking to demolish a nearly 100-year-old vacant home in West St. Paul, located at 212 Thompson Avenue East, and proposes to construct a four-story, 65-unit affordable housing apartment building in its place. The West St. Paul City Council approved a rezoning request for the project. Called the Thompson Apartments, the project would include amenities like a community room, fitness area, conference room, and Wi-Fi business rooms. There would also be on-site underground parking and a surface parking lot. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

United Properties project honored for conserving water
The Ellie, a recently completed 239-unit apartment building in Eden Prairie, is getting props from the city for its water conservation practices. Developed by United Properties, The Ellie recently received the 2024 Sustainable Eden Prairie Award, which recognizes "significant and innovative investments that contribute to the overall vitality and sustainability of the community." (Finance & Commerce)
 


NOVEMBER 29

Cottage Grove keeps riding housing development boom
Like many suburban edge cities, Cottage Grove saw a surge in single-family residential development earlier this decade. It added about 500 net new housing units in 2021 and just missed a spot in the top 10 Minnesota municipalities for housing permits the following year. Cottage Grove's single-family building spurt continues today. Work on Rachel Development's vision for nearly 400 homes on a disused golf course near the Mississippi River is "well underway." Development is moving ahead with a proposal to build about 70 homes along a new stretch of scenic parkway on the city's north side. Hundreds of new multi-family units are proposed or under construction in Cottage Grove as well, including a high-profile site controlled by Roers Cos., an affordable senior housing community being developed by Trellis Co., and a nearly 300-unit proposal from Norhart that has been delayed but not yet killed by financing challenges. (Finance & Commerce)
 

Mosaic plots its expansion into former Finnegans Brew space
Mosaic, the nearly 2-year-old event center that operated alongside the Finnegans Brew Co.'s taproom and brewery, has unveiled its expansion plans now that Finnegans has moved out. The venue said it would invest $900,000 into remodeling those floors, which housed Finnegans' taproom, production space, and VIP lounge. The expansion will include a new lounge space that was formerly Finnegans' second-floor Brewer's Den, which overlooked the brewery floor. The first-floor expansion will include the addition of two event spaces separated by a garage door. The space can be converted to one large space for events. The new rooms will boast 18-foot ceilings, and the front room has downtown views. The front room will have a capacity of 170 and the back room of the space will have a capacity of 200. The expansion also will allow for a prep catering kitchen on the first floor. (Minneapolis - St. Paul Business Journal)
 

Page 1 of 13 pages  1 2 3 >  Last ›