Monday, February 11, 2013
In discussing whether to approve a special permit needed to move forward with renovation plans for the former M&I buildings in downtown Port Washington, some officials raise concerns about parking needed for such developments.
A debate surrounding the planned height of the former M&I buildings as part of its renovations quickly turned to lower ground as several aldermen raised concerns about parking issues the addition could create. The council approved the special permit on Tuesday allowing developer Gertjan van den Broek to move forward with plans for the buildings at 122 N. Franklin St. — the property will reach 48 feet in height at its tallest point and city code only allows buildings to be 35 feet in height. That approval, however, came after a lengthy debate over whether the council was putting the cart before the horse by granting the permit. The height allows the developer to build its planned 18 condos, as well as retail space on the first floor, with a…
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Development plans for the former M&I building includes expansion and renovations of Harry's Restaurant next door.
Big changes are taking place with the former M&I building and Harry's Restaurant in downtown Port Washington, but developers are confident the new design will blend well with the city's historic feel. Developer Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC, who also owns the Harry's Restaurant building, has been working hard to meet deadlines on renovations to the former M&I building, 122 N. Franklin St., after purchasing the property earlier this year. On Tuesday, the city's Design Review Board approved plans that will add 18 condos and four retail storefront spaces as part of the renovations, according to an Ozaukee Press article. The design calls for the construction of a building between the former M&I building and Harry's …
Thursday, April 26, 2012
The Port Washington Common Council approved a developer's agreement with Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC in March, which included a series of deadlines that must be met — or the building can be torn down.
Developer Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC has taken the first few steps toward making good on a list of deadlines as he works to develop the former M&I buildings into apartment and retail space. Work has begun to repair the facade of the building, something that had been a major concern of city officials because of the danger falling pieces posed to visitors walking the streets of downtown Port Washington. That work is to be completed by May 21 as part of a developer's agreement between the city and van den Broek that was approved in March. The agreement outlines a specific timeline to see developments, and if a deadline is missed, the city will have the opportunity to raze the building. Other deadlines are as follows: The…
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
The Port Washington Common Council approved a developer's agreement with Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC on Tuesday, setting a series of deadlines that must be met — or the building can be torn down.
It’s been a long battle in the fate of the former M&I bank property in downtown Port Washington, and the buildings have now been hooked to a ticking time bomb — one that officials are hopeful won't ever go off. The Port Washington Common Council approved a developer's agreement with purchaser Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC during Tuesday night’s meeting, finalizing a very specific timeline to see development start on the building. If a deadline is missed, the city will have the opportunity to raze the building. But because the agreement also requires van den Broek to forfeit a $60,000 letter of credit that will be issued to the city, Ald. Joe Dean said that is "60,000 reasons" the council can become more comfortable with …
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
The Port Washington Common Council extended a raze order on the historic buildings, giving Gertjan van den Broek a chance at ownership.
They’re not cats, but the former M&I Bank buildings seem to have multiple lives. On Tuesday, the Port Washington Common Council again granted an extension on the raze order for the historic structures. Aldermen were encouraged by concept redevelopment plans presented by Port resident Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC, who also confirmed that he has financing in place. Previously, the buildings at 122 N. Franklin St. survived three demolition deadlines: Though the new demolition date is March 31, a firmer vision for renovating the buildings emerged on Tuesday. Van den Broek, who also owns Harry's Restaurant and recently purchased Java Dock, has been working with architect Jim Reed on a tentative plan that sees the building …
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
The six-month deadline for Port Harbor Investments to sell the former M&I buildings has come and gone, and still there are no plans for demolition.
Though no offers are in place for the purchase of the former M&I buildings, the real estate agent for the properties has asked for a six-month extension to work out a sale rather than simply demolish the buildings, according to the Ozaukee Press. The buildings are currently under an agreement between the city and building owners Port Harbor Investments LLC. The agreement was reached on May 4, and stated that if Port Harbor Investment LLC is unable to sell the property in six months, the buildings will have to be razed. Harm Modder and Robert Duzinske created Port Harbor to undertake the development in December 2007 with plans to renovate the area into a more useful downtown structure. But, the owners hit several tough spots. Modder, …
Terry
4:33 am on Monday, February 18, 2013
City is not responsible for clearing those sidewalks and ramps. Its the responsibility of the property owner (unless it is the ramps and sidewalks adjacent to city buildings). As far as the county highway twits, you should have just blown them off. If you were legally parked and there on business, they can't make you move. You were just being too nice to people that clearly didn't deserve it. more ›