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New Design Released For Dog-Friendly Downtown Brewery
Foxtown Landing, dog park planned for riverfront site on edge of Historic Third Ward.
Feb 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartments Planned For Historic Third Ward
Final piece of Commission Row to be redeveloped.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
A Plan To Save Third Ward Swing Bridge
Proposal calls for it to become a national model, 'the coolest nightlife spot in the city.'
Jun 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Fall Construction Planned for Downtown Dog Park, Brewery
By 2024 Foxtown Brewing complex and dog park could be the "hot new place" in town.
Jun 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building
1884 building, one of ward's oldest, has no options for preservation say developers.
Feb 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Foxtown Landing Wins First Approval
Architectural review board endorses proposed brewery, restaurant and adjacent dog park along Milwaukee River.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Design Board Okays Third Ward Project
5-story, 258-unit, $80 million complex near Summerfest gets conditional approval, with more revisions expected.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Apartments Design Overhauled
But architectural review board raises many issues for planned apartment complex. Expect more changes and a new city street.
May 18th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Third Ward Building Revealed
Minnesota firm plans a five-story, 260-unit apartment building near Summerfest grounds.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Board Approves New Tower
Design approval for 31-story, 333-unit building with retail space facing river and outdoor patio.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Entertainment Proposal Raises Questions
But the two-theater music complex may ultimately be subject to little public review.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The 1500s on Jefferson Street Okayed
City committee approves, but not before opponent sings six-verse rap as public testimony.
Jul 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Commission Okays East Side Project
But driveways to four townhomes take away street parking on Jefferson, which concerns some.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Tower’s Design Approved
$140 million, 32-floor apartment tower gets okayed by Historic Third Ward board.
Jun 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
$140 Million, 32-Story Third Ward Tower Revealed
Residential tower would rise along Milwaukee River across from Milwaukee Public Market.
May 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet The 1500s
Office building and four townhomes planned for Jefferson Street.
May 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Building Wins Design Approval
New event venue's revised, faux-industrial style design okayed by Third Ward review panel.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Plan Commission Okays New Land Apartment Project
251-unit complex Nova would rise on busy downtown street where Buca's once stood.
Mar 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Event Venue Planned for Third Ward
Black Swan plans new venue in historic-looking building it would construct.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward to Get Marriott Boutique Hotel
Hoffco building would create base for 11-story, 102-room hotel; gets conceptual okay from design board.
Jan 27th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
4-Unit Building Would Replace Fire-Damaged Home on Downer Ave
New owner of commercial corridor would build townhomes at E. Park Pl.
Aug 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
27 Apartments Planned Near Marquette
Plus: MU plans new business school, Rivecca brothers buy out disgraced Ganos, Abele gives $300,000 to new project.
Feb 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Hoping for a 50-Story Lakefront Tower?
City consolidates land parcels, Rinka envisions tower, but no development imminent.
Jan 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
See The Canstruction of Local Landmarks
Plus: Associated gives Milwaukee Center new name & upgrades, mass timber building tops off.
Dec 15th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
City Adjusts Zoning for First Floor Design
More active first floors create more a more activated, walkable city.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Commission Okays Admiral’s Wharf Project
11-story, 133-unit apartment building planned for S. Water St. along Milwaukee River.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
A Riverwalk for Menomonee Valley
City unveils final design standards for unique trail emphasizing natural feel, connectivity.
Feb 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Huge New Project for Third Ward
Including 60 apartments, balconies, retail, 76 parking spaces and We Energies substation.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Michael Horne
Third Ward Firehouse Conversion Approved
1915 riverfront building at foot of Water Street Bridge to become three unit "family retreat."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Michael Horne
Condo Plan Okayed for Third Ward
A 13-unit complex, though the pediments were questioned. And more Ice Bars coming!
Oct 26th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Board Questions Shake Shack’s Signage
Historic Third Ward ARB acts on a host of small changes, from signs to a new dock.
Sep 28th, 2017 by Michael Horne
19th Century Third Ward Tavern Saved
Decrepit Erie St. tavern predating great 1892 fire will get historic renovation.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Council Approves More Parking for Bikes
Minimum standards for bike parking, bike racks for new and redeveloped buildings.
Jul 12th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
More Parking for Bikes
City ordinance would set new standards for bike parking in new and redeveloped buildings.
Jun 29th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor’s Design Awards All Over Map
Big, little, new or renovated, award winners in 13 of 15 aldermanic districts.
May 19th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Summerfest Plans Bang-Up Banner
The huge 50th anniversary sign is unique. "Horrible," says Ald. Bauman.
Feb 22nd, 2017 by Michael Horne
About Those Parapets, Mr. Renner
Peter Renner is a no-show, Third Ward board tut tuts his 10 tentative townhouses.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Is Kimpton Hotel “Project of the Decade”?
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel opens in Third Ward, to cheers of city and civic officials.
Jun 30th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Third Ward Office Building Proposed
A five-story, 168,000 square-foot building brings yet more activity to the area.
Mar 23rd, 2016 by Michael Horne
The Design Competition That Wasn’t
Lakefront Gateway competition picked a team, not a design. So what will that mean for the lakefront?
Nov 23rd, 2015 by Tom Bamberger
City Accepts $14 Million Federal Streetcar Grant
City wins TIGER grant after "a brutal competition" where demand for transit dollars greatly exceeded the sums appropriated.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Lakefront Gateway Plaza National Design Competition Culminates with the Selection of the Graef Team
Water, Year-Round Activity Featured Among Ideas
Oct 27th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Will Public Market Expand?
The fish market wants to expand outdoor cafe. And Chevy Johnson kicks off campaign for alderman.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Architectural Review Board for Bay View?
Ald. Zielinski has raised question and a KK Ave. BID member makes inquiries about starting ARB.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Tim Gokhman Builds His Dream Home
Developer is building on one of the last remaining lots in Beerline B.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Michael Horne
New Penthouse for Old Third Ward Building
Eppstein Uhen short of space in Headquarters; Bauman rips Summerfest traffic woes; and his challenger kicks off campaign
Aug 12th, 2015 by Michael Horne
A Battle Over Historic Designation
Developer Robert Joseph wants to demolish 1880s tavern but Ald. Bauman and Third Ward board vote for historic designation, which provides protection for now.
May 27th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Mitchell Leather Building Seeks Historic Tax Credits
But most of Third Ward architectural review board meeting debates handicapped access ramp for Martin Building.
Nov 29th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Ground Breaking Day in the Park East
A flock of public officials turned out to celebrate the Avenir, a $20.7 million, 104-unit mixed-use building that begins construction.
Nov 10th, 2013 by Dave Reid
City Authority Okays New Beerline Buildings
RACM approves two apartment buildings with 113 units that will increase density on N. Commerce St.
Oct 18th, 2013 by Dave Reid
East Library Gains Zoning Approval, Rest of District Held
Residents are still a little restive about it, but the East Side's buildings are likely to get a little higher, to judge by the results of today's City Plan Commission meeting.
May 21st, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Plan Gains Approval at Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee
Department of City Development staff presented the Downtown Plan Update at the September 15th 2010 Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee meeting. Similar to the City Plan Commission meeting staff presented the overall themes and the eight catalytic projects, which are geared towards increasing density and connectivity throughout downtown, whiles creating a sense of place.
Sep 16th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Downtown Plan Approved by City Plan Commission
The preparation of the Downtown Plan Update involved various public input sessions, countless hours of community and stakeholder input, resident surveys, the involvement of the business community, and the work of city staff.
Aug 24th, 2010 by Dave Reid
