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West Allis planning staff proposes raising accessory building cap from 150 to 300 square feet

6402469 · October 22, 2025
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City planning staff proposed an ordinance to increase the maximum allowed size for residential accessory buildings (sheds) from 150 to 300 square feet; staff cited neighboring municipalities and said all other setback rules would remain unchanged and the Planning Commission has recommended approval.

City planning staff presented an ordinance proposal to the West Allis Common Council to raise the maximum allowed size for residential accessory buildings (sheds) from 150 square feet to 300 square feet.

Steve Scherer, director of city planning and zoning, said staff reviewed Board of Appeals requests and compared West Allis rules with nearby communities. He told the council Oak Creek allows up to 400 square feet, Greenfield 250…

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