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Neighbors press planning commission over size, parking and density of proposed 5‑story Monona Drive development
Summary
Noel Development and JLA Architects presented a general development plan for 4711 Monona Drive proposing a 5‑story, ~125‑unit apartment building plus eight townhomes. Dozens of residents urged reductions in height and density, raised parking and safety concerns, and asked for shade and parking studies; staff flagged a small parking shortfall and requested further design revisions.
Noel Development and JLA Architects presented a general development plan for a proposed demolition of the former BMO bank and construction of a five‑story apartment building with eight two‑story townhomes at 4711 Monona Drive (case 242026). The prehearing conference drew a large turnout and extended public comment that centered on building height, density and parking.
Developer Matt Bertos told the Planning Commission the company acquired the parcel in 2023 and considers the mixed‑use apartment project the ‘‘highest and best use’’ of the BMO site. ‘‘We explored re‑leasing the building, but determined that the project we have proposed is the highest and best use for the site,’’ Bertos said. JLA project manager Tammy McCullough described design…
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