Lawsuit could undermine $1.7 billion St. Louis development, attorney argues
A lawsuit by a lender for developer Paul McKee could threaten a $1.7B project to build a new NGA in north St. Louis.
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Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority
St. Louis rethinks incentives, tries ‘tax assurance’ to lure developers
This week, St. Louis’ Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority indicated a new approach. Instead of tax abatement for developers, it wants to offer tax assurance.
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Downtown KC convention hotel slated for 2020 completion after receiving new approvals
Kansas City’s agency for doling out municipal tax breaks on Wednesday approved a slew of new agreements with KC Hotel Property Owner LLC.
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Are downtown KC’s rents pricing out too much of the middle class?
Downtown Kansas City’s ongoing revitalization has sparked rising rents, which is pushing many would-be residents out of the city center.
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As St. Louis tries to rein in tax breaks, aldermen have their own ideas
As some in St. Louis look to begin dialing back tax abatements, the city is going to need buy-in from its 28 aldermen.
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