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Why it matters: The applicant proposes a 5,954‑square‑foot convenience store with a tasting bar that will require a Class B liquor license for on‑site tastings and alcohol sales. The project repurposes a former appliance service center and includes retail, coolers and a coffee/tasting bar near the main entrance. The business plans to operate 6 a.m.–midnight.

Details and staff conditions: Staff recommended additional landscaping to soften lot visibility from Beloit Road, repair or replace an existing chain‑link fence with a wooden or otherwise appropriate enclosure, provide a four‑sided refuse enclosure, show proposed outdoor seating areas (if any), and submit a full exterior lighting and signage plan that meets zoning rules and does not glare onto adjacent residences. The lot has 22 parking spaces including one ADA spot; staff said parking is shared among the owner’s adjacent businesses and that the owner has acquired both parcels making shared parking feasible. There will be no commercial kitchen; the proposal will offer prepared/frozen items and small appetizers.

Liquor licensing: Staff noted the council must consider the appropriate liquor license and any licensed premises extension associated with the proposed tasting area. The applicant said they are pursuing the license and that if the license is not granted, they will proceed with the convenience store and coffee service components but without the tasting/bar operations.

Outcome: Commissioners moved and seconded approval of the site/architectural plans with the staff conditions; the motion passed. Additional permits and a liquor license (if the tasting bar is to operate) are required before the use begins.

Next steps: Applicant to revise plans to show the additional landscaping, fencing/refuse enclosure, pavement repairs and lighting/signage information; apply for any required liquor licensure and building/occupancy permits.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Plan Commission Meeting - 2-26-25","oneSentenceSummary","The Planning Commission recommended approval of site landscaping and architectural design review for a proposed EZ Mart convenience store and tasting/coffee bar at 6843 W. Beloit Rd., subject to added landscaping, fence/refuse enclosure repairs and successful application for a liquor license for on‑site tasting.","taxTitle","West Allis, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin","taxId",5509,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6306971,"Commission approves circular driveway review for Mother of Perpetual Help Parish; curb cut to be restored",130,1692000,1822000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2&start=1692&end=1822","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2/thumbnail_1692000.jpg","/articles/6306971/West-Allis/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Commission-approves-circular-driveway-review-for-Mother-of-Perpetual-Help-Parish-curb-cut-to-be-restored","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6306971-fb9758b5ee6ade0d8c94c206860e24cb/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149689&Signature=BIFG4CGxUgaJUyLAuQace7Vp~bR2SuaM82frfS4472ShjgRKxroBxAcjBxrgqX0o51QGjAGoxVmyfWEBimMTLcRsRH4nNKAJVH6WxJfMzuc0y4hwQpMON5ZRMZtHNOt7TTfDvLwq~kUJ-qyjdQ5Kg6G6owMeJZVOjgba0EigCL1r2xv~RhXY2GTOogyxqt0YGOn6siHKWbj2E35VIKpZQ72x~aUAtl4sy~kAOkODzF1fBnlPq~iDl818bCsjxUn62Z-rHb8igepdO1mq6vpoFIHwlGiVP-yC6InYfdkVPm8rgF56lZFnFrDwAWY3~ywRkY1FSnZhQNgdK~GEWAIZZg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Planning Commission approved site landscaping and architectural design review for Mother of Perpetual Help Parish, permitting a proposed circular driveway on the northern lawn of the church property at South 100th Street and Lincoln Avenue.

Why it matters: The change is a modest site alteration intended to provide direct vehicular access to the church’s south wing and potential future expansion space. Staff said the commission’s recommendation includes restoring an existing curb cut at the north curb and working with the city engineer on pedestrian crossing accommodations.

Details: The proposed circular drive would wrap from South 100th Street around the lawn and provide access to the building’s south wing. Staff noted the project is minor and that any future addition on the west side of the church would be considered separately. Conditions attached to the approval include removal of the existing curb cut and submission of street excavation and driveway approach permits; staff will coordinate with the applicant regarding a possible pedestrian crossing ramp.

Outcome: Motion to approve passed on a commission vote. The approval is subject to the standard permitting and engineering review noted in staff recommendations.

Next steps: The applicant must secure driveway and excavation permits and address engineering comments regarding curb restoration and pedestrian access.","Planning commissioners approved site landscaping and architectural design review for Mother of Perpetual Help Parish at South 100th and Lincoln; city staff requested removal/repair of an existing curb cut and further coordination with engineering on pedestrian ramping.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6306976,"Planning commission approves Academy of Excellence high school use at former St. Rita’s campus",1031,641000,1672000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2&start=641&end=1672","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2/thumbnail_641000.jpg","/articles/6306976/West-Allis/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Planning-commission-approves-Academy-of-Excellence-high-school-use-at-former-St-Ritas-campus","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6306976-3c38b444cd8761971b8bcf27da5389b1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149689&Signature=IHANGLedqVVudw-ftibC-PksBQV~ZFGGbkWWqqk-Gm2p0xpuuVN892t-3okbSztbS-5uxVTBfprpr01My4ywgQGaL49ER9BDslJRunowMRrxV9b5uTVxeTLvKfuTVMlYb71Tz3ocUIW~clu5X3RC4Q3f2N-jL88AVVzcjJV0IeNhFkdsp9AVDhol2VthMi8cl3-H9B56iSlSkAj5pukQe0LAXF45J0kQ-pOwfHgCmaHji3nqsuZpjuhtssI-DcVHdMWukAuJSlelOZG~RiM0AcHT8QAE8XQEfhKhLtUrzirq1IqFiV-OPezjj0gMx56nkssTXB5FhHYEFOLnUT7ERQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Allis Planning Commission voted to approve a conditional use permit for Academy of Excellence to operate a Christian high school in the former St. Rita’s school building at 6021 West Lincoln Avenue, subject to standard building and occupancy permits and council review.

Why it matters: The proposal repurposes a multi‑story former parochial school into a high school that Academy of Excellence says could begin classes September 1. The move affects on‑site circulation because the school plans to stage four to five buses in the leased north parking lot and to lease the adjacent gymnasium for physical education and school activities.

Details: Staff told the commission the property's zoning (C‑2) allows schools as a conditional use. Academy of Excellence said it expects roughly 100–125 students initially and could grow to about 250 over time; the applicant noted the building historically held far larger enrollments. The school plans typical hours (about 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) with after‑school activities anticipated. The leased north parking lot contains roughly 60 stalls; Academy said most students will arrive by bus while about 25 staff members will drive and park on the eastern portion of the lot. Meals will be prepared off‑site and brought in by Center for Independence; no on‑site food preparation is planned.

The school building’s first and second floors will house classrooms, offices, a library and cafeteria space; the third through fifth floors are currently unprogrammed and would remain unused unless enrollment increases. Staff recommended, but did not require, additional landscaping at the primary driveway and noted that building permits and occupancy review will be needed to verify code compliance given a recently recorded new property line.

Vote and procedure: The commission moved and seconded approval; two commissioners recorded abstentions during the vote as shown in the meeting transcript, and the motion passed. The item is scheduled for Common Council public hearing on March 18 at 7 p.m.; property owners within 200 feet will be notified and a newspaper notice will run.

Next steps: If council approval follows, Academy of Excellence plans to close on purchase of the school building and continue leasing the gym and north parking lot from St. Barnabas, with future campus expansion under separate review.","The commission approved a conditional use permit allowing Academy of Excellence to occupy the former St. Rita’s school at 6021 W. Lincoln Ave.; the school expects initial enrollment of about 100–125 students, will stage 4–5 buses on‑site and lease the gym and north parking lot from St. Barnabas.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6306981,"Planning commission approves conditional use for Armory Hockey Development Center at Greenfield Avenue",116,85000,201000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2&start=85&end=201","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2435741-2630754f507f293bdc403c0c43cf25c2/thumbnail_85000.jpg","/articles/6306981/West-Allis/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Planning-commission-approves-conditional-use-for-Armory-Hockey-Development-Center-at-Greenfield-Avenue","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6306981-29e2f084ca343bcfdffac765a3441424/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149689&Signature=KQNiNcO7Ljv55eUnP-pDsdAicwlzY1nSWBcxyMfzfmhSzl88IP5IShF-jJ6O-jV1or7ZlXmKKAuwDjrJIWi07vHTzC0-cLtTLRhowg38mQPtlgyPnXWaI83JEGBxu70uVeM8mO2OCPoI2353YrgT2Ec9ge4TDfjQ-Sl~Iw4xKtJa5ho3fgaOD7AmMS9l1MHOIEsQr1klM75hLFMG2CIWeht4i4V5Q61VZleZus1lH-TZQgFGamQzIqJhz1TLol6zn8viGJQDefKXKzQg-h4yj7T73Vhnv46lH2ba4M1TSoOFiCAZx7eRTrzdCXQPpxceegrNY8U-Fkm8sjXN57ef6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The West Allis Planning Commission voted to approve a conditional use permit and site/landscape/architectural design review for the Armory Hockey Development Center at 1111 West Greenfield Avenue.

The project, presented to the commission as an indoor instruction and training center that will use synthetic ice rather than traditional ice, is proposed for the southern portion of the Festival Foods development. The applicant expects to open in June 2025, operate largely during the September–May season (weekday afternoons/evenings and weekend daytime) with expanded hours in June–August, and to employ two to three full‑time and five to ten part‑time seasonal workers.

Why it matters: The commission found the site could accommodate the use without changes to parking or building exterior. The facility’s synthetic‑ice training systems represent a different business model from a conventional rink and will be the first purpose‑built center of this type in the area, according to staff.

Details: The plan shown to the commission places an east‑side entrance leading to a lobby and pro shop, strength training space, a multi‑sport floor hockey court, a rapid‑shot training system and a synthetic ice surface. The applicant said the rapid‑shot unit has a long lead time and is costly, and that operators may elect to install it later and expand turf initially. “It registers your shot speed, your shot accuracy,” the applicant said of the rapid‑shot system, describing it as a draw for athletes while noting monetization and single‑user constraints.

Parking and site impacts: Staff said no exterior building changes are planned beyond signage. The tenant space fronts about 24 parking stalls; the broader Festival Foods development provides more than 500 shared stalls and an existing refuse area will be used. Building, signage and occupancy permits remain required before opening.

Outcome: The commission moved and seconded approval; the motion passed. No detailed roll‑call tally was recorded in the meeting transcript provided.

Next steps: The approval is subject to obtaining required building and signage permits and to final Common Council action where applicable.","The West Allis Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and related site, landscape and architectural review for the Armory Hockey Development Center at 1111 W. Greenfield Ave.; the facility will use synthetic ice, open summer 2025 and expects a small staff.","actionData","errors"]

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