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Landmarks Commission approves grants and repairs

WaukeshaMay 6, 20261 min read

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The Landmarks Commission approved several historic-property repairs and paint grants, including $2,485 for 225 W. Laflin Ave., $500 for 127 Randall St., and $3,000 for 215 N. Charles St. It also agreed to enter mitigation talks with the State Historic Preservation Office over the proposed demolition of the former Water Utility Pump Station at 445 W. Newhall Ave.

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The commission signed off on repair work and financial help for three properties in Waukesha’s historic districts. Those decisions can help owners cover part of the cost of painting, roof work, gutters, siding repairs, and similar maintenance. The commission also chose to take part in talks about what should happen if the former Water Utility Pump Station at 445 W. Newhall Ave. is demolished.

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Approved a certificate of appropriateness for 225 W. Laflin Ave., including repainting and after-the-fact approval of completed roof replacement work.
Approved a paint and repair grant for 225 W. Laflin Ave. for 15% of project costs, totaling $2,485.00.
Approved a certificate of appropriateness for 912 N. Barstow St. to remove a chimney at the William P. Sloan House.
Approved a certificate of appropriateness for 127 Randall St. to replace gutters and downspouts and repair wood siding.
Approved a paint and repair grant for 127 Randall St. in the amount of $500.00.
Approved a certificate of appropriateness for 215 N. Charles St. to replace the roof and add gutter guards.
Approved a paint and repair grant for 215 N. Charles St. in the amount of $3,000.00.
Agreed to participate in mitigation negotiations with the State Historic Preservation Office regarding the former Water Utility Pump Station at 445 W. Newhall Ave., and designated Marty Larson to represent the commission in meetings with SHPO.

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