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Bearinger Building Brownfield Cleanup

Saginaw

Description

The city is applying for a competitive EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant to remove asbestos, lead paint and other hazards from the vacant 1893 Bearinger Building, clearing the way for 48 affordable apartments and four retail spaces. Application due January 28; no city match.

Impact summary

If the grant is won, a long-vacant downtown landmark gets cleaned up and could bring affordable housing and storefronts back to Franklin Street.

Applicant

Name
City of Saginaw / River Caddis Development
Address
126 N. Franklin Street, Saginaw, MI

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
3
Total mentions
1

Recorded in the meeting · City Council

Discussed

Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Jan 12, 2026

City Council - Jan 12, 2026

The city is applying for a competitive EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant to remove asbestos, lead paint and other hazards from the vacant 1893 Bearinger Building, clearing the way for 48 affordable apartments and four retail spaces. Application due January 28; no city match.

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EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for Bearinger Building

The city is applying for a competitive EPA grant to clean up the long-vacant historic Bearinger Building — removing asbestos and lead paint — so it can become about 48 affordable apartments with retail space. No city match required; winners announced by end of May.

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