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Aug 3, 2026

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Historic Preservation Commission Approves Major Projects

Published Aug 3, 2026

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Briefing

Jun 1, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission summary

The commission approved most Certificate of Appropriateness requests, including exterior repairs, window work, signage, fencing, and accessibility-related improvements across multiple historic districts. Two items were held for later review: selective window replacement at 4377 N. 25th Street and retroactive approval of vinyl windows at 2377 N. Sherman Blvd.

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Briefing

May 4, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission meeting summary

The commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for multiple preservation actions: mothball status for the Catherine Foley Tavern (266 E. Erie St.), a mural on 918 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. using a Polytab panel system with staff conditions, and a new door hood at 1060 E. Juneau Ave. Staff-approved COAs for signage, a rear/side fence, partial roof replacement, and exterior security camera doorbells were adopted. The commission voted to support the National Register nomination (Certified Local Government review) for the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes). Five projects were selected as Cream of the Cream City award winners.

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Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission creates 3D imaging subcommittee; approves multiple Certificates of Appropriateness

The Historic Preservation Commission met April 13, 2026 (City Hall, Room 301‑B). Seven members were present. The commission established a three‑member 3D imaging subcommittee to define technical standards and submission criteria for ordinance‑required scans prior to demolition, and approved multiple Certificates of Appropriateness for demolitions, rehabilitations, additions, and repairs across several historic districts. A proposed large mural on 918 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. was held for further review. Staff‑approved COAs were noted and the March 2, 2026 minutes were approved; awards planning and scheduling were discussed.

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Briefing

Mar 2, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission (Mar 2, 2026): Vice‑Chair elected; multiple Certificates of Appropriateness approved; Malcolm X plaque authorized

The Commission convened March 2, 2026 in City Hall Room 301‑B. Patricia Keating Kahn was elected Vice‑Chair. The body approved mothball extensions with six‑month reporting for two properties, unanimously approved an entrance canopy for the University Club (target completion June 2027), held a third‑floor balcony proposal in committee, and authorized a WisDOT‑approved Walnut Street overpass plaque acknowledging the location of a childhood home of Malcolm X. Multiple staff‑approved Certificates of Appropriateness were recommended for adoption. Minutes and the 2025 annual report were approved; awards nominations were announced.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission — January 12, 2026 meeting minutes: local designation approved and multiple Certificates of Appropriateness adopted

Meeting convened Jan. 12, 2026 at 3:01 PM in City Hall Room 301‑B. Chair: Jordan Morales. Present: Pieper Eisenbrown, Jarosz, Bauman, Peltz, Robinson, Morales (Keating Kahn excused). Major items: approval of storefront replacement at 235 S. 2nd St.; permanent local historic designation granted for the Second German Methodist Episcopal Church (140 W. Garfield Ave.); several COAs for residential and commercial properties approved; combined chimney removal and third‑floor balcony request at 2015 N. Lake Drive denied/placed on file; rear addition at 2546 N. Summit Ave. approved with conditions. Minutes from Dec. 8 and Dec. 16 approved. University Club item held at applicant’s request. Meeting adjourned 5:27 PM.

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Briefing

Dec 16, 2025

HPC holds historic designation resolution for Second German Episcopal Church in committee

At a special meeting on December 16, 2025, the Historic Preservation Commission considered Resolution 251276 to grant permanent historic designation to the Second German Episcopal Church (140 W. Garfield Ave.). Staff recommended designation based on criteria f-1, f-5, f-6, and f-9. After a public hearing with supporters and adjacent-property stakeholders, the Commission voted 5–0 to hold the resolution in committee until the January 12, 2026 HPC meeting.

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Briefing

Dec 8, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission (Dec 8, 2025) — holds on storefront and canopy reviews; approves elevator removal and multiple COAs; forwards Brady & Farwell designation

The Commission met Dec. 8, 2025, holding review of a proposed storefront replacement and a Wells Street canopy, adopting removal of an interior elevator shaft at St. Mary’s Hospital, placing several files on record, recommending formal historic designation for the Brady & Farwell Historic District, and approving numerous staff Certificates of Appropriateness for residential and commercial repairs and alterations.

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Briefing

Nov 3, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission (Nov 3, 2025) — Multiple Certificates of Appropriateness adopted; Milwaukee Auditorium/Arena designation advanced

The Commission reviewed 16 agenda items. Key outcomes included denial of a front-only rooftop solar proposal in favor of a staff-recommended alternative, adoption of a house restoration with a modified condition, holding two major design items for further work, and recommending permanent historic designation for the Milwaukee Auditorium and Milwaukee Arena to the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee. Multiple staff-approved Certificates of Appropriateness for repairs, signage, HVAC, and site work were adopted.

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