November 12, 2025
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CBP building $15.6M facility at Holman Field

The Metropolitan Airports Commission says a 4,800‑sq‑ft U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility at St. Paul’s Holman Field received a city building permit on Nov. 4, replacing a small in‑building CBP site to better process international charter passengers and cargo. The project, funded with federal/state grants and General Airport Revenue bonds, will handle 100–150 international flights per year and feature LEED Gold design with geothermal, solar, and a green roof.

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📌 Key Facts

  • Building permit issued Nov. 4, 2025 for a $15.6 million CBP facility at 670 Bayfield St., Holman Field (St. Paul)
  • Size: 4,800 sq ft; operations: 100–150 international flights/year (~200 hours annually); staff will travel from MSP for arrivals
  • Funding: federal and state grants plus General Airport Revenue bonds; LEED Gold with geothermal, solar panels, and intensive green roof

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