Green Bay Appleton, WI, September 23, 2026 — Plans for a substantial new housing development on the former University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus in Waukesha have received the green light, moving forward after authorization from the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors.

The proposed development is slated to include a mix of housing types, featuring both single-family homes and market-rate apartments. This project aims to transform the existing site, which was formerly part of the UW-Milwaukee’s offerings in Waukesha.

Specific details regarding the developer, the exact number of housing units, project timelines, or construction phases were not provided in the summary. The authorization from the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors marks a significant step in the project’s progression, enabling further planning and development activities.

The former UW-Milwaukee campus site in Waukesha has been a focal point for redevelopment discussions. The approval by the County Board indicates support for transforming the property into a residential area that includes diverse housing options. Further information regarding the scale of the single-family home section and the market-rate apartment buildings, as well as any associated infrastructure plans or zoning changes, has not been publicly detailed in the provided summary.

This initiative represents a notable land use change for the property, shifting from an educational facility to a residential community. The development is expected to contribute to the housing stock within Waukesha. Details about potential community amenities or the specific market positioning of the apartments and homes are not yet available.


Story summarized from the original created by Evan Casey on www.wpr.org, see more information here.

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