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Board approves new indoor padel club in converted warehouse with conditions
Summary
The Board granted a five‑year special use for an indoor 'paddle' (padel) sports club in Milwaukee after hearing developers describe a $2 million investment, staffing plans and community outreach; aldermen asked for early check‑ins and affordable access commitments.
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special‑use permit for Epic Paddle, an indoor padel (paddle) club proposed for a converted warehouse in the 9th District. Applicants described a community‑facing business model — coaching, tournaments, high‑school engagement and public outreach — backed by roughly $2 million of planned investment.
Board members and the alderwoman discussed the novelty of the sport, its potential to bring new activity and customers to the corridor, and the advisability of a shorter or medium‑term approval to allow the neighborhood and board to assess impacts. Applicants said they aim to hire a local general manager, a rackets director, front‑desk staff and to host community events; they proposed a long lease to support capital spending and business growth.
DCD and DPW raised standard concerns (traffic, lighting, community fit). The alderwoman and the Granville‑Haven Advisory Council asked for an initial check‑in; the board ultimately granted a five‑year approval with conditions that included community engagement commitments, a local contact, and adherence to parking/lighting standards.
What happens next: Applicants expect to open in summer; the board will expect adherence to the plan of operation and may revisit the permit if conditions are not met.
