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Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to establish an eating establishment in the General Commercial (C2) zone at 10842 W. Blue Mound Road, Mark Larson, Korb Architecture, applicant
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Submitted by:
Art Piñon
Department:
Development
A. Background/Options
The applicant is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow an eating establishment at 10842 W. Blue Mound Road. The property is located within the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District. Surrounding land uses include commercial uses to the north, south, east, and west.
The proposed restaurant, Zaffiro's Pizza, will occupy a portion of the existing Mo's Irish Pub space. Both Mo's Irish Pub and Zaffiro's Pizza will operate within the same building as separate businesses. The proposed hours of operation for Zaffiro's Pizza are 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday.
The required public hearing for this request was held before the Common Council on September 29, 2026. The applicant spoke in support of the request, and no members of the public appeared or spoke in opposition.
B. Staff Comments
Planning/Zoning Division
This Conditional Use request supports the goals and objectives outlined in the City of Wauwatosa Comprehensive Plan. Specifically, supporting development, improvement, and reinvestments in local commercial areas to promote a dynamic, vibrant, and accessible character and appearance as well as a mix of businesses (WCP, p. 20).
Building Division
Design Review Board approval is required for any exterior changes. Architectural supervision, plan review, and all applicable building permits are also required. A final occupancy inspection and approval must be obtained prior to occupancy.
City Assessor’s Office
Provide detailed costs of any alterations and/or new construction, as well as income and expense information as requested by the Assessor’s office
City Clerk’s Office
The applicant should inquire with the Clerk’s Office if they intend to sell alcohol. No other comments.
Engineering Division
For existing buildings, any building project in excess of $100,000 is subject to sanitary sewer lateral replacement or repair if the existing lateral does not pass Board of Public Works testing requirements according to City Code 13.30.030.
Fire Department
The proposed building project shall be designed, constructed, and maintained in full compliance with all applicable provisions of the adopted state and local fire prevention, building & life safety codes, as well as local fire department ordinances.
Health Department
No comments provided.
Police Department
No comments provided.
C. Recommendation
Staff recommends approval subject to:
1. Establishing hours of operation.
2. Design Review Board approval is required for any exterior changes. Architectural supervision, plan review, and all applicable building permits are also required. A final occupancy inspection and approval must be obtained prior to occupancy.
3. Per City Code 13.30.030, any building project in excess of $100,000 shall have the sanitary sewer lateral replaced or inspected and pressure tested per BPW requirements.
4. Providing detailed costs of any alterations and/or new construction, as well as income & expense as requested by the Assessor's office.
5. The project shall be designed, constructed and maintained in full compliance with all applicable national, state and local fire code requirements.
6. Under WMC 24.16.040I., a Conditional Use will lapse and have no further effect eighteen (18) months after it is approved by the Common Council, unless a building permit has been issued (if required); the use or structure has been lawfully established; or unless a different lapse of approval period or point of expiration has been expressly established by the Common Council.
7. Obtaining other required licenses, permits, and approvals.