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260161
| 0 | 1. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the infill of one door at 2665 N. Lake Drive, in the North Point North Historic District for Anna Timms and Craig Rigby.
Minutes note: Staff planner Tim Asking explained that the owners propose removing an exterior door currently used for storage to enlarge the kitchen area.
The opening will be filled with stucco to match the existing texture and color of the rear facade, which is not visible from the public right-of-way.
Staff recommended approval with conditions that the new stucco must be Portland cement (no EIFS) and match the original in texture, hardness, and thickness.
There were no objections.
| ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260404
| 0 | 2. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for new patio doors and new deck at 107 W. Brown Street, in the Brewers Hill Historic District for Brewcitybnbs Company.
Minutes note: Staff planner Andrew Stern presented a proposal for a new deck and patio doors at a Queen Anne style house located at 107 West Brown Street in the Brewers Hill Historic District.
Staff expressed concerns that the proposed 15.5 foot by 13.5 foot deck was too prominent and made the side elevation appear to be the primary facade.
The commission noted that the AI-generated rendering looked "suburban" and suggested using traditional materials like tongue-and-groove wood and custom spindles instead of composite materials.
Appeared Shalonda McCroryre of Brew City BnBs mentioned she is the contractor and is restoring the original clapboard siding and windows as part of a larger rehabilitation project.
The commission decided to hold the matter until next month to allow the applicant to work with staff on a scaled down deck design and more appropriate carriage-style doors. | HELD IN COMMITTEE | Pass | 7:0 |
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260405
| 0 | 3. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition of a garage at 2328 E. Back Bay Street, in the North Point South Historic District for Brewcitybnbs Company.
Minutes note: Appeared Shalonda McCroryre of Brew City BnBs
Staff reported that final plans for the addition and the garage had not yet been received.
The commission decided to hold the matter until next month to allow the applicant to work with the staff planners. | HELD IN COMMITTEE | Pass | 7:0 |
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260406
| 0 | 4. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for construction of a new garage and addition of patio doors at 2328 E. Back Bay Street, in the North Point South Historic District for Brewcitybnbs Company.
Minutes note: Appeared Shalonda McCroryre of Brew City BnBs
Staff reported that final plans for the addition and the garage had not yet been received.
The commission decided to hold the matter until next month to allow the applicant to work with the staff planners. | HELD IN COMMITTEE | Pass | 7:0 |
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260410
| 0 | 5. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for rehabilitation of the Grand Department Store / Mitchell Market Place building at 1101 W. Historic Mitchell Street, in the Mitchell Street Historic District, for Zuwena Cotton.
Minutes note: Staff planner Tim Asking stated that is a big project. The project includes keeping first-floor retail and community spaces, adding a daycare, and converting the second floor into apartments.
Staff raised concerns about the proposed use of Prosoco Sure Clean light duty concrete cleaner, noting it is highly caustic and potentially too aggressive for the building's limestone.
Staff recommended cleaning with water and light surfactants first and testing black stains to differentiate between soot and biological growth.
Appeared Courtney Ragon (Continuum Architects) agreed to all staff conditions, including acquiring a separate masonry cleaning permit and using paint certified for brick.
The commission approved the certificate of appropriateness with the specified staff conditions. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260376
| 0 | 6. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior structural repairs and masonry work at 1034 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Turner Hall, an individually designated historic property, for the Milwaukee Turners.
Minutes note: Appeared Emilio DeTorre (Executive Director Turner Hall)
Appeared Eric Pitt (Building Manager)
Jeff Bean (Engineer)
Staff planner Tim Askin reported that the work focuses on the two-story north wing annex, which has shown significant bowing and cracking on its primary west facade. The proposal involves installing two bent steel C-channel braces across the facade, secured by metal rods anchored eight feet into the internal joists and rafters.
Staff Tim Askin expressed a strong requirement for the use of Type O or Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL) mortar for repointing, rather than the proposed Type N mortar. This recommendation is based on the high Portland cement content in Type N mortar, which is considered too harsh for historic Cream City brick.
Staff Tim Askin cited a precedent at the Pabst complex where the Wisconsin Historical Society rejected Type N mortar, emphasizing that Turner Hall’s status as a National Historic Landmark requires strict adherence to these masonry standards.
Staff Tim Askin recommended approval of the project as a temporary stabilization measure, noting that the steel will be painted to blend into the brickwork as much as possible.
Jim Bean Engineer clarified that the building uses balloon frame construction and the facade is currently separated from the internal wood members with no direct attachment.
Emilio DeTorre the executive director, noted that the annex is a 1902-1903 addition and sits on a different footing than the original 1882 structure, which has exacerbated the cracking.
Emilio DeTorre and facilities manager Eric Pitt mentioned they are pursuing a historic structures report or a master plan to guide a comprehensive restoration of the entire building in the future.
Board member Matt Jarosz questioned if stabilization was needed on the first floor, Jeff Bean explained that the deformation is concentrated at the second floor and roof levels where the wall construction differs from the stone block base.
The board acknowledged the improved stewardship of the building, noting that Eric Pitt is the first full-time facilities manager in the organization's recent history.
The motion to approve the project was passed, incorporating the staff's conditions regarding the specific mortar types and aesthetic treatments. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260382
| 0 | 7. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for changing the design of a previously approved replacement jump porch at 1017-1019 E. Brady Street, in the Brady Street Historic District, for Roots Housing. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260384
| 0 | 8. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for roof repairs, stucco repair, and window replacement at 2533 N. Wahl Avenue, in the North Point North Historic District for Margaret Kasch. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260389
| 0 | 9. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for HVAC replacement at 626 N. Broadway, in the East Side Commercial Historic District for MBI Properties LLC. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260392
| 0 | 10. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for parapet restoration at 814 W. Wisconsin Avenue, the Milwaukee Public Library and Museum (Central Library), an individually designated historic property, for the City of Milwaukee. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260396
| 0 | 11. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for removal of replacement siding, rehabilitation of clapboard siding, removal of chain link fence, and installation of wood fence at 107 W. Brown Street, in the Brewers Hill Historic District for Brew City BnBs. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260402
| 0 | 12. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for wood replacement fence at 2433 W. Kilbourn Ave., in the West Avenues West Historic District for Thomas and Aliner Harris. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260408
| 0 | 13. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for new handrails for front and side steps and enlarged concrete walkway at 3304 W. Kilbourn Ave., in the Concordia Historic District for Cynthia Frankowiak. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260409
| 0 | 14. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacement concrete steps at 2433 N. Wahl Ave., in the North Point North Historic District for David Kuehl. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260414
| 0 | 15. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for landscaping at 2457 N. Grant Boulevard, in the Grant Boulevard Historic District, for Keaune Gilbert. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260416
| 0 | 16. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new steel fence at 2585 N. Summit Ave., in the North Point North Historic District for Nick Porter. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260427
| 0 | 17. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for an air handler unit at 3319 N. Lake Drive, in the Lake Drive Estates Historic District for Christopher S. Abele. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260447
| 0 | 18. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacement garage doors at 2305 E. Ivanhoe Pl., in the North Point South Historic District for Sarah Imbert. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260511
| 0 | 19. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for front step replacement and replacement concrete patio at 2108 E. Kenilworth Pl., in the North Point South Historic District for Paul Hinkfuss. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260512
| 0 | 20. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for air conditioner replacement at 2635 N. Terrace Ave., in the North Point North Historic District for Dewey J. Canton and Patrick W. Schmidt, trustees. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260509
| 0 | 21. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for wood siding and trim repair and in-kind replacement at 925 N. 29th Street, in the Concordia Historic District for Michael and Kristi Westcott. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260517
| 0 | 22. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement at 3129-3131 N. Sherman Boulevard, in the Sherman Boulevard Historic District for Ms. Annette Dixon. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260519
| 0 | 23. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for wood fence replacement at 3129-3131 N. Sherman Boulevard, in the Sherman Boulevard Historic District for Ms. Annette Dixon. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260520
| 0 | 24. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for wood replacement windows and combination storm/screen windows at 836 N. 24th Street, in the West Avenues West Historic District for Catalina Spears. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260525
| 0 | 25. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for porch repairs at 2251 N. Lake Drive, in the North Point South Historic District for Lise and M. Shyam Sadagopan. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260530
| 0 | 26. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for masonry repair and tuck pointing at 2351 N. Sherman Blvd., in the Sherman Boulevard Historic District for Shirley J. Walker. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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260548
| 0 | 27. | Resolution | Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for HVAC equipment replacement at 315 E. Wisconsin Avenue, in the East Side Commercial Historic District, for MBI Properties. | ADOPTED | Pass | 7:0 |
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| | 28. | | Review and approval of the minutes from the last meeting on July 6, 2026
Minutes note: Member Ann Pieper Eisenbrown moved, second by Ald. Bauman approval of the minutes.
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| | 29. | | Updates and announcements.
Minutes note: The Wisconsin Local History and Historic Preservation Conference is scheduled for
October 14th through 16th in downtown Milwaukee. | | | |
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| | | | Meeting adjourned at 3:40 pm
Carmen O. Roman
This meeting can be viewed in its entirety through the City's Legislative Research
Center at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/calendar. | | | |
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