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Despite Objection, Milwaukee Approves Laser Scanning Requirement
Demolishing a historic building will now require an additional step.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee To Install Malcolm X Marker At Site Of Former Home
Plaque will overlook I-43 on-ramp that replaced civil rights leader’s childhood home.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Harley-Davidson Prepares To Reactivate Its Corporate Headquarters
New CEO makes the case for why in-person work matters.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Require Laser Scanning Before Historic Building Demolition
Long simmering idea intended to aid research, restoration.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Sidesteps Another Controversial Historic Designation
Property owner objected to designating East Side properties.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Historic District Over Owner’s Objections
Vote is unanimous. Former church also gets historic designation without opposition.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Property Owner Losing Historic Preservation Battle
Scott Lurie can't convince the city his East Side properties aren't historic.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Last Call For Historic Building Once Owned by Uihelin Family
Prominent architect designed 1889 Romanesque Revival building.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Department Store Being Converted To Apartments
Long underused upper floors would see new life.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Selling Historic Brady Street Building
A grotesque will keep watch over any future owner, as will DCD.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Church Is Historic, Commission Rules, Though Developer Objects
Neighbors back designation for unique 1880s church. Will council approve?
Jan 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Buyer Revealed For Potentially Historic Church
Plus: Who can apply to demolish your house?
Dec 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Name, Operator Revealed For New Luxury Hotel
New life and amenities for old University Club. But what about the canopy?
Dec 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Modernism Gains National Awards
But many of city's buildings from that era lack historic protection.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Michael Horne
Mayor Declines to Sign Historic Preservation for Arena, Auditorium
Facing unanimous council vote, Johnson punts on the issue.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Are East Side Buildings Historic or Is That ‘Slander’?
'I'm the target' of 'slanderous' action, owner of buildings on Farwell and Brady charges.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
High Rise Site Could Be Temporary Parking Lot
The 25-story 1550 project approved 2 years ago still faces financing hurdle.
Nov 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s The Future For This 138-Year-Old Church?
Demo permit request triggers preservation nomination.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Committee Says Milwaukee Theater, Arena Are Historic
Decision could affect Wisconsin Center District, whose leader fiercely opposed it.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Designations For Milwaukee Auditorium, Arena Is Strategic Move
Aiming to slow redevelopment? It's all about 'transparency' says Ald. Bob Bauman.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Reveals Plans for Former University Club
New permit reveals insurance company's 'luxury' project.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Popular Drag Venue Could Return
Well-known bar and grill could open in Walker's Point, help revive faltering Milwaukee scene.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Compromise Sought on Bay View Historic District
Initial proposer shifts to opposition.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Lighthouse Being Constructed in Milwaukee
Structure will guide the way to Milwaukee's "Yacht Bungalow."
Sep 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Salvation Army’s Plan To Save Black Architectural Landmark
Once planned for demolition, now redesigned with 'a walk of history.'
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Protection Proposed For West Side Apartment Building
Familiar actors involved on both sides of proposal.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Church Will Be Sold
Irish Cultural and Heritage Center is closing.
Sep 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Property Owners Divided Over West Side Historic District
James Dieter's proposal will either save the neighborhood or destroy it.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Largest Neon Sign Will Be Replaced
But not without objection from some preservation experts.
Sep 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plan To Save Historic Mansion on 27th Street
Cafe India owner drops plans, only for new developer to enter picture.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Mitchell Street Project Will Be Reconfigured
Developer is reevaluating proposal to redevelop parking lots.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Highly-Visible Southside Church Plans New Parish Center
Mitchell Street building will see new life.
Jul 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Large Pabst Apartment Complex Sold
Investor with local ties buys 118-unit complex at a premium over assessed value.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Neighbor Restarts Debate About Controversial Bay View Historic District
New district comes as new home being built on S. Superior St.
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Cream of the Cream City’ Honors Creme de la Creme Preservation Projects
Preservation projects big and small recognized for their contribution to Milwaukee's built environment.
Jun 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Historic District Proposed For West Side
Protected area would include 31 properties, most of which are more than 100 years old.
Jun 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
What To Do About Historic Pabst Sign and Its Aging Neon?
Iconic sign could be replaced by LED letters, but will they be the same color?
Jun 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Protection Withdrawn For This Is It! Building
Why idea dropped for building with Wisconsin's oldest, recently closed gay bar.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Is ‘This Is It’ Building Worthy of Historic Designation?
One of nation's oldest gay bars closed in March. Nomination would save its facade.
May 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Salvation Army Now Wants To Save Black Landmark It Planned To Raze
Preservation advocacy results in compromise to save 1970's complex.
Apr 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Triplex Planned For Brewers Hill
Development is a companion project to another already underway nearby.
Apr 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Is This House Historic?
Commission staff says no, commissioners want to see an even larger historic district in Bay View.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Bronzeville Committee Weighs Pros, Cons of Preserving Black Landmark
Some members expressed opinions, but committee delays decision as deadline nears.
Mar 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Design Contest Seeks to Save Historic Building
Milwaukee Preservation Alliance plans 'Brick by Brick' event for old Third Ward tavern.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Salvation Army Wants To Raze Black Landmark, Will City Allow It?
Salvation Army is contesting decision to protect Black-developed Central City Plaza.
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Commission Looking To Honor Milwaukee’s Best Preservation Projects
Plus: DCD wants nominees for Mayor's Design Awards. See 2024 winners.
Feb 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Buyer Found For Former Fire Station
Unlimited Phases real estate company will occupy vacant Capitol Drive firehouse.
Feb 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Will Decide Fate of Buildings Designed by State’s First Black Architect
Salvation Army seeks to replace two Century City Plaza buildings from 1970s.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Salvation Army Seeks To Demolish Buildings By State’s First Black Architect
Much of former Central City Plaza complex north of Downtown could be replaced.
Jan 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Once-Controversial Menomonee Valley Building Sold For Redevelopment
Breunig buys building, advancing housing conversion.
Jan 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Debate Over Future of Vacant Menomonee Valley Building Could Be Reaching The End
Kendall Breunig wants to redevelop a former tin ware factory into housing, but city has opposed him.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Hunger Task Force Opening New Southside Center
State's biggest anti-hunger organization has bought building, plans renovation.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Protection Pushed For 5 West Side Buildings
Owner of 'Red Castle' seeks to protect area from Berrada, other developers.
Sep 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s Next For Fire Damaged Recycling Center?
Equipment is totaled, but building could be salvaged.
Sep 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Claw Back Ownership of Fire-Damaged Historic House
For now, Historic Preservation Commission is poised to block demolition request.
Sep 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Church Could Become High-End Housing
Chicago firm buys shuttered Methodist church on Juneau and Cass.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Developer, City, Nonprofit Fighting Over Menomonee Valley Project
DCD and BID prefer industrial, commercial use. Developer wants an apartment complex.
Sep 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Demolition Permit Filed For Brady Street Hotel
Former shopping center to be leveled. But no definitive date for a construction start.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Commission Votes To Protect Schuster-Bloodgood House
Neighbor hopes to see westside home restored to its former glory. But opposition could be forthcoming.
Aug 26th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Another New Historic District Proposed For Wisconsin Avenue
And another with possibly thorny issues with property owners.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Second Schuster Home Given Historic Protection
Schuster Mansion now joined by Schuster-Bloodgood House. But it might only be temporary.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Enerpac Move Downtown Includes Controversial, Large Riverfront Balcony
But preservation advocates have concerns about where the deck is being installed.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Tower Could Be Redeveloped With Historic Tax Credits
Can the Postmodern 100 East tower, built in 1989, qualify for historic designation?
Jul 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Opponents of Wisconsin Avenue Historic District Win Fight
New alderwoman Sharlen Moore drops three homes from proposed district.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
See CNN, Fox News Plans To Transform Buildings For RNC
Turner Hall and GATHER will become homes for CNN and Fox News.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Coggs Center Will Become Affordable Apartments
County partnering with Gorman to redevelop former department store on 12th and Vliet.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
The Fitz Opens On Hackett Avenue, See Inside
Once opposed project is 30% leased before move-in begins.
May 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Schuster’s Department Store Nominated For Historic Designation
Now known as the Coggs Center, Milwaukee County has eyed demolishing building.
May 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Brady Street Could Get New Coffee Shop
A plan for Good Vibes Coffee House at 1027 E. Brady St. presented to Historic Preservation Commission.
May 14th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Historic Cemetery Gatehouse Will Be Saved
At least for now. Repairs for Calvary Cemetery gatehouse will stabilize structure.
May 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Considers Options For University Club
Including events, a restaurant and hotel. Plan commission okays zoning change.
May 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council President Jose Perez Reelected
Pérez wins by 10-5 vote over Milele Coggs to lead city's legislative body.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City’s New Historic District On Hold
But Common Council approved historic protection for Berrada building.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Over Objections and a Death Wish, Committee Endorses New Historic District
Full council will render its decision on April 9.
Apr 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Restaurant Would Save Historic Wildenberg Hotel
Cafe India owner plans major development on S. 27th St.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Heated Historic Commission Meeting Yields Profanity, New Historic District
But not before one property owner verbally abuses the 'arrogant' commission.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
A Four-Way Preservation Fight Over Wisconsin Avenue
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Feb 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Developers Donate Third Ward Building To Preservation Alliance
Preservation battle ends with preservation advocates receiving 1884 tavern building.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
A Fight Over Historic Protection for Wisconsin Ave. Building
Push to protect Millerand Apartments, owned by city's largest landlord Youssef Berrada.
Jan 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Player Sells Brady Street Building
From 'three-and-D' to Sip & Purr.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mitchell Street Building Saved, New Development Planned For Parking Lots
Developer's new plan would still bring more affordable housing to Mitchell Street.
Dec 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Couple Attempting To Build House On Tricky Historic Site
But commission indicates it will eventually approve design.
Nov 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ward Tavern Saved… For Now
Developer says it won't appeal denial of its demolition request by Historic Preservation Commission.
Sep 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Commission Says No To Wrecking Former Wreck Room Tavern
Common Council will decide fate of building, a survivor of 1892 Third Ward fire.
Sep 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Conference Touts Milwaukee’s Cream City Brick, How To Preserve It
The brick that made Milwaukee famous requires special care when attempting to maintain or restore it.
Sep 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Symposium Is All About Milwaukee’s Iconic Bricks
Milwaukee Preservation Alliance event aims to preserve Cream City's heritage.
Aug 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
The Fitz Rises On The East Side
New apartment building rises just off Downer Avenue.
Aug 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Downer Chancery To Be Renovated For New Tenants
SereniTea would occupy half of space, which will be reconfigured in line with its original design.
Aug 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mitchell Street Building Will Be Picked Up and Moved
Proposal creates new space for funeral home's plaza. Will it survive move?
Aug 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Do We Really Need Ravine Road?
And did Olmsted really want cars motoring through Lake Park?
Aug 21st, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Developers Seek to Raze Historic Third Ward Tavern
Repairing fire-damaged, sinking structure would only result in 'Disney-like imitation.'
Aug 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Ravine Road Debate Heats Up
Local parks group wants vehicle access maintained for roadway through Lake Park.
Aug 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Former M&I Bank Headquarters Being Listed For Sale
Irgens considered many uses for building after developing BMO Tower. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
Jul 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Mitchell Street Building Be Moved?
Owner doesn't think so, but Historic Commission wants an engineer's opinion
Jul 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Are These Houses Historic? Milwaukee Never Got To The Point Of Deciding
Clock runs out on Bay View historic designation debate. A new house is likely coming.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Has New Historic Preservation Leader
Emelia Rudd takes the helm of Milwaukee Preservation Alliance.
May 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Historic Building
1883 Walker's Point building on S. 5th St. will be protected.
May 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Commission Creates Reprieve For Illegally Modified Homes
Unsuspecting buyers may purchase illegally modified historically protected buildings.
May 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
