A historic building redeveloped in 12 apartments after a 2016 raze order. The apartments are known as The Block. and opened in late summer 2020.
An event venue, known as The George, opened in 2021 on the first floor. It includes a downstairs lounge known as the Madcap Lounge and is managed by Saz’s Hospitality Group.
Developer Michael Morrison led the project, including the general contracting. Jay Franke and David Herro served as active investors in the development. Continuum Architects + Planners designed the redevelopment.
Redevelopment of the property into 12 apartments, also includes the following parcels
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Activity
| ID | Date | Type | Description |
| PWOP-19-01770 | 2019/09/20 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit |
| PWOP-19-01696 | 2019/09/10 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit |
| PWOP-19-01609 | 2019/08/28 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit |
| ELEC-FA-19-00222 | 2019/07/24 | Permit | Fire Alarm Permit |
| ELEC_LV-19-00179 | 2019/07/24 | Permit | Low Voltage Permit |
| PWOP-19-01179 | 2019/07/04 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit |
| PWMH-19-00158 | 2019/04/13 | Permit | Meter Hood Requests |
| ELEC-19-02008 | 2019/03/28 | Permit | Electrical Permit |
| COM-RPR-19-00044 | 2019/03/26 | Permit | Commercial Repair Permit |
| PLB-GP-19-00054 | 2019/03/22 | Permit | Gas Piping |
| PWEU-19-00146 | 2019/01/16 | Permit | ROW Excavation Utility |
| PWPA-19-00006 | 2019/01/16 | Permit | Pole and Anchor Permit |
| PWEU-18-04239 | 2018/12/20 | Permit | ROW Excavation Utility |
| PWRS-18-00340 | 2018/11/22 | Permit | ROW Restoration Permit |
| PLB_WS-18-00227 | 2018/11/22 | Permit | Water Service |
| PWEN-18-00469 | 2018/11/22 | Permit | ROW Excavation Non-Utility |
| HVAC-GEN-18-02984 | 2018/09/14 | Permit | HVAC General Permit |
| PLB-18-04305 | 2018/09/14 | Permit | Building Plumbing Permit |
| ELEC-18-05822 | 2018/08/30 | Permit | Electrical Permit. |
| PBFS-18-00763 | 2018/06/28 | Permit | Plumbing-Fire Protection Permit. |
| PWOP-18-00799 | 2018/06/06 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit. |
| PWOP-18-00377 | 2018/04/05 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit. |
| PWEU-18-00574 | 2018/02/09 | Permit | ROW Excavation Utility. |
| PWOP-17-01831 | 2017/12/22 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit. |
| ASBP-17-00158 | 2017/12/08 | Permit | Asbestos Project. |
| ELEC-17-06732 | 2017/11/05 | Permit | Electrical Permit. |
| PWOP-17-01084 | 2017/08/05 | Permit | ROW Occupancy Permit. |
| BLD_COND-17-00011 | 2017/05/24 | Permit | Conditional Building Permit. |
| ID | Date | Description | Type |
Content referencing 425-431 W. National Ave.
Saz’s Plans Outdoor Event Venue
Walker's Point "eyesore" would become large, two-story venue. Plus: Our recap of week's real estate news.
Nov 6th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Hemp Store Buys Walker’s Point Building
Canni Hemp Company, Milwaukee's first CBD store, wil add live music and a maker's market.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Point Event Venues Ready for Business
The George and Madcap Lounge anchor redeveloped building at 5th and National.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
2021 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
From big to small, the mayor picks 25 winners in 10 different aldermanic districts.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Inside “The Block.”
1882 building on National Ave was a wreck, now a unique addition to the city.
Oct 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
National Block Apartments Will Have Event Venue, Basement Bar
Walker's Point building was once condemned, now another sign of rebirth of S. 5th St.
Aug 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartments for 5th and National
Building many thought would be demolished finds new life.
Sep 21st, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneBuilding data on this page, including assessment information, was last updated on April 5, 2024
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