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Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit in the Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial (M1 & M2) zones at 11800 W. Burleigh Street to allow general warehousing & storage, Krys Roslanowski, Harley-Davidson.com, applicant
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Submitted by:
Art Pi?on
Department:
Development
A. Background/Options
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a 160,000 square-foot general warehousing and storage facility at 11800 W. Burleigh Street, within the Light Industrial (M1) and Heavy Industrial (M2) zoning districts. The proposed facility will be used for the storage of motorcycles, motorcycle parts, and archival museum items. In addition to warehousing, the facility will include a photo studio, mechanic space, and office area.
The surrounding land uses include industrial businesses to the north and west, Interstate 41 to the east, and commercial uses to the south. Proposed hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional item pickup and drop-off occurring on weekends.
Supporting documentation including the plan of operation, site plan, and floor plan are attached.
The required public hearing before the Common Council occurred on April 22, 2025 with only the applicant speaking in favor of the proposal. Twenty-one public notification letters related to the project were sent per City regulations. The Council meeting packet along with video can be found here: https://wauwatosacitywi.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?ID=1247496&GUID=A9E93307-44C6-4C23-945C-F7D35C1E421C&Options=info|&Search=
B. Staff Comments
Planning/Zoning Division
No issues with the proposed use. All storage must occur inside the building.
Building Division
A plan review and applicable building permits are required. DSPS plan approvals may be necessary depending on the scope of work. New rooftop mechanical equipment may need to be screened. Final occupancy inspection and approval are required before occupancy.
City Assessor's Office
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