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Accessory buildings and sheds
Planning staff told the committee the city’s current maximum for an accessory shed is 150 square feet and that property owners have frequently requested larger sizes. Staff reviewed approaches used by peer cities: fixed caps of 250 square feet in some places, a cumulative cap of 400 square feet in others, and alternate rules based on lot-coverage percentage (for example, limiting outbuildings to a percentage of lot area). Staff said sheds 150 square feet or smaller do not require a permit in West Dallas; structures larger than 150 square feet require a permit and certain improvements (for example, paved surfaces) when sizes exceed the current threshold. The committee discussed tradeoffs between a simple square-foot cap and a context-sensitive approach that uses lot size or zoning district to set a limit. Members also raised the cost burden of requiring concrete or asphalt floors for larger sheds and noted that some manufactured “Tuff Shed”‑type units are delivered with engineered floors.

Committee members asked staff to draft options that would let medium-sized lots build larger accessory structures without requiring every owner to seek an administrative variance, while preserving setbacks and design limits for smaller lots. One member said a possible approach would be a modest increase (for example, 250 square feet) with a maximum cap (for example, 400 square feet) or a percentage-based approach tied to lot coverage. Staff said they will return with draft ordinance language.

Recovery residences (peer-support homes)
Staff briefed the committee on a classification the state uses for peer‑support recovery residences — homes where residents provide mutual support without onsite licensed medical or nursing staff. Staff said two such residences were identified in the city from a preliminary search. Committee members expressed mixed reactions: some wanted codified definitions and clear rules for when a recovery residence can operate in a single‑family neighborhood, while others urged caution about overregulation of peer-support models that can aid recovery.

Staff proposed treating recovery residences with eight or fewer residents as a limited use in residential zoning districts and treating homes with nine or more residents as a conditional use requiring council review; the committee asked staff to compare the city ordinance to the state definition and report back with suggested code language and potential conditions (for example, parking, trash handling and owner/operator disclosure). Staff also reported there had been police calls in the area of one West Side residence; the department said the calls were not definitively tied to the address in public safety records but warranted further monitoring.

Temporary event permit and traffic controls
The committee considered a temporary-event and zoning exception request for a recurring neighborhood event. Members discussed temporary four‑way stop signage and short-term no‑parking to handle event traffic. Engineering cautioned that temporary stop signs can create a “false sense of safety” if neighbors aren’t used to them, and staff recommended consulting traffic engineering about whether a four‑way stop, temporary signage, additional signage or temporary no‑parking is the best approach. The committee approved the event permit on the condition staff coordinate with engineering on signage and sight‑triangle protections.

Conditional use permit: Butcher's Word
The committee approved a conditional use permit for The Butcher’s Word, a proposed food production business at 1320 South 100 and Eighth Street. The applicant told the committee they expect to open in roughly five to six months and are still finalizing the lease; the motion to approve passed on voice vote.

Ending: Planning staff will return with draft ordinance language on accessory buildings and recommended code amendments or definitions for recovery residences; staff will also follow up with engineering on the temporary-event traffic controls.
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The committee approved a new Class A beer license for 72 Mini Market (DBA Citco 7202) with agent Juan Loretta; the committee’s action clarified that a public entertainment license was not part of the approval and noted conditions about hours and required floor-plan details. Committee members discussed proposed opening hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and that beer sales would begin later in the day; staff asked the applicant to provide an updated floor plan showing cooler locations and tobacco behind the counter. The motion was approved by voice vote.

The panel also approved new or renewed Class B tavern licenses for Jay Hay LLC (DBA Shamrock), with agent Jody Hay; a Class B tavern license for West Allis Fat Patties at 2865 S. 100 and Eighth Street (agent listed as Lisa McIntyre/McInfrey); and a renewal for U Bar LLC (5732 W. Mitchell St.), agent Josephine Crossley. Each of those applications passed on voice votes after routine questions about required bartender/server training, cameras and security, and hours of operation.

A separate application for a Class B tavern and public entertainment license filed by Roche LLC (DBA name in the record: the boozy/buzzy broads) for 1902 South 60th Street generated extended deliberation and was denied by the committee and will be forwarded to the council. Committee members cited multiple gaps in the applicant’s paperwork: the city clerk’s office found that the Wisconsin Department of Revenue seller’s-permit record on file listed a different address, which created a state requirement for a $10,000 deposit before issuing a new seller’s permit tied to this premise; the applicant did not have a valid seller’s permit for the location at the time of the hearing; staff noted the absence of a completed responsible beverage server training certification on file and that wholesaler accounts, payroll setup and a written lease had not been provided. After deliberations, a motion to deny carried on a voice vote; the committee directed that the record, including the reasons cited by members, be forwarded to the City Council.

During discussion, one committee member summarized the majority concern: “A liquor license is not a right. It is a privilege,” and said the committee lacked sufficient assurance that the proposed operation would be different from a prior, problematic business at the same location. Other members said they were open to reconsidering an application that returned with the required state seller’s permit, evidence of responsible-server training, and basic business setup such as payroll and wholesaler accounts.

The committee noted that denial of the license by the council would temporarily bar reapplication at the same location for six months, depending on the council’s final decision. Staff told the applicant how to correct the seller-permit address with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue and encouraged reapplication once state and local requirements were complete.

Votes at a glance
- Item 47: 72 Mini Market (Citco 7202), class A beer — approved (voice vote). Conditions: entertainment license not approved; applicant to provide updated floor plan and follow state hours and cashier/server licensing rules.
- Item 48: Jay Hay LLC (Shamrock), class B tavern and entertainment — approved (voice vote).
- Item 49: West Allis Fat Patties, class B tavern (existing) — approved (voice vote).
- Item 50: U Bar LLC, class B tavern and public entertainment — approved (voice vote).
- Item (Roche LLC, 1902 S. 60th St.): Class B tavern/public entertainment — denied by committee; record to be forwarded to City Council (voice vote). Primary cited reasons: no valid seller’s permit for the premise, missing responsible-server certificates, wholesaler accounts and payroll information not provided.

The committee’s approvals included standard stipulations (server training and seller permit compliance) and reminders from staff about tobacco and alcohol placement, lockable coolers during non‑sale hours, and proper interior/exterior camera coverage.

Ending: The committee adjourned after completing the alcohol-license agenda items; applicants were told staff would contact them via email about next steps and any outstanding documentation.
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Committee discusses larger sheds, recovery residences and traffic for special event; approves conditional use permit for food production site

Committee approves several liquor licenses, denies application for 1902 S. 60th St.; denial to go to full council