State panel refuses Blair House boundary decrease; Waukesha staff weigh options

Mar 5, 2025

A public commenter and city staff reported the State Historic Preservation Review Board voted 8–4 not to approve a proposed boundary decrease for the Blair House; the city is exploring options as the property owner and reminded property owners that federal (CDBG) funds and local grants are not yet disbursable.

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A member of the public read an official letter at the March 25 Waukesha City Landmarks Commission meeting stating that the State Historic Preservation Review Board voted 8–4 on Feb. 21, 2025 not to approve additional documentation and a proposed historic‑boundary decrease for the Senator William and Henrietta Blair House.

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