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Waukesha Plan Commission reviews draft zoning update, replaces nine residential zones with RN‑1 through RN‑4
Summary
The Waukesha City Plan Commission reviewed a draft rewrite of district and use standards that collapses nine existing residential zoning categories into four “Residential Neighborhood” districts and adjusts where multifamily housing would be allowed. Staff and commissioners discussed map clarifications after public comment raised concerns about a 1
The Waukesha City Plan Commission on June 25 reviewed a draft of the city's zoning district and use standards that would replace nine residential categories with four new districts labeled Residential Neighborhood 1 through 4.
The draft, prepared by city planning staff and consultants, reduces the number of residential zones and adjusts what housing types are permitted in each. "The biggest change has been to the names of the new residential districts," Charlie, a planning staff member, told commissioners, summarizing the latest revisions.
Why it matters: the rewrite would change how properties are classified and which kinds of housing can be built without requiring special approvals. The commission's discussion focused on keeping existing homes conforming where possible, clarifying which blocks will allow duplexes or larger multifamily buildings and ensuring the map reflects current neighborhood character.
Key points from staff and…
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