City of Milwaukee - File #: 260047

• File #: 260047
• Version: 1
• Type: Resolution
• Status: Passed
• File created: 5/12/2026
• In control: COMMON COUNCIL
• Final action: 6/23/2026
• Title: Substitute resolution relating to a Minor Modification to the Detailed Planned Development known as Kane Commons, Phase 1 to allow exterior alterations to the existing residential structure at 1162-64 East Kane Place, located on the north side of East Kane Place, east of North Humboldt Avenue, in the 3rd Aldermanic District.
• Sponsors: ALD. BROWER
• Indexes: PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
• Related files: 151883, 050188, 080143

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
6/26/2026	1	MAYOR	SIGNED
6/23/2026	1	COMMON COUNCIL	ADOPTED	Pass	13:0
6/16/2026	1	ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION; Minutes note: Appearing: Tanya Fonseca, DCD Russ LaFrombois, architect Patrick Mutsune, owner/applicant This Minor Modification was requested by the property owners Patrick Mutsune and Brett Timmerman, and relates to exterior alterations for the residential structure at 1162-64 East Kane Place, an existing duplex. The exterior alterations include window alterations, new doors, a new first floor porch and second floor deck added to the site’s north side, new roofing, and new siding. It was noted that Ald. Alex Brower, 3rd aldermanic district, was in support.	Pass	5:0
6/10/2026	1	CITY CLERK	DRAFT SUBMITTED
6/8/2026	0	CITY PLAN COMMISSION	RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION AND ASSIGNED; Minutes note: Ms. Connelly presented. This Minor Modification was requested by the property owners Patrick Mutsune and Brett Timmerman, and relates to exterior alterations for the residential structure at 1162-64 East Kane Place, an existing duplex. The exterior alterations include window alterations, new doors, a new first floor porch and second floor deck added to the site’s north side, new roofing, and new siding. Staff recommended approval. It was stated that Ald. Brower was in support. Appearing: Russ LaFrombois, architect Patrick Mutsune, owner/applicant A presentation was given on details of the minor modification. There was discussion on the home ownership structure of the Kane Commons residential development and existing deck on the west side. Mr. Mutsune and Mr. LaFrombois said that their properties were condos, there was no formal condo association design review structure in place, and confirmed that the existing west deck on the subject structure would be removed. Commissioner Moody moved approval conditionally, seconded by member Smith. (Prevailed 5-0) Condition: Minor exterior alterations proposed for the existing residences fronting East Kane Place may be approved by DCD staff provided they do not substantially change the character of the structures. Such alterations may include replacement of doors, windows, porches and siding.	Pass	5:0
5/18/2026	0	ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE	REFERRED TO
5/12/2026	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

260047

Version

SUBSTITUTE 1

Reference

050188, 080143, 151883

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

Substitute resolution relating to a Minor Modification to the Detailed Planned Development known as Kane Commons, Phase 1 to allow exterior alterations to the existing residential structure at 1162-64 East Kane Place, located on the north side of East Kane Place, east of North Humboldt Avenue, in the 3rd Aldermanic District.

Analysis

This Minor Modification was requested by Patrick Mutsune and Brett Timmerman, and will allow exterior changes to the existing residential structure.

Body

Whereas, Section 295-907-2(i) of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances permits minor modifications to planned developments after approval of the Common Council; and

Whereas, The detailed plan for a planned development (“DPD”) known as Kane Commons, Phase 1, located On the north side of East Kane Place, east of North Humboldt Avenue, was approved by the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee on July 6, 2005 under File No. 050188; and

Whereas, The minor modification to Kane Commons, Phase 1 to allow alterations to the exterior of the existing residential structure is consistent with the spirit and intent of the approved plan and will not adversely affect the surrounding development, a copy of which is attached to this Common Council File as Exhibit A which is on file in the office of the City Clerk and made a part as though fully set forth herein; now, therefore, be it

Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the minor modification:

1. Is consistent with the spirit and intent of the previously approved DPD.

2. Will not change the general character of the DPD.

3. Will not cause a substantial relocation of principal or accessory structures.

4. Will not cause a substantial relocation or reduction of parking, loading or recreation areas.

5. Will not cause a substantial relocation of traffic facilities.

6. Will not increase the land coverage of buildings and parking areas.

7. Will not increase the gross floor area of buildings or the number of dwelling units.

8. Will not reduce the amount of approved open space, landscaping or screening; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the minor modification is approved in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances, Section 295-907-2(i).

Drafter

DCD:Tanya.Fonseca:kdc

06/04/26