Tom Daykin

1 week ago | jsonline.com | Tom Daykin

Master Lock Co.'s 26-acre former industrial complex was sold for $2.6 million. The site's new operator, St. Louis-based Commercial Development Co., plans to redevelop it for industrial businesses. Other former Milwaukee-area old line industrial sites have been redeveloped in recent years. Milwaukee's former Master Lock complex has been sold to a Missouri firm that plans to redevelop the 26-acre facility for industrial businesses. The property, at 2600 N.

1 week ago | jsonline.com | Tom Daykin

The Couture apartment high-rise is spending $3 million on additional amenities one year after opening. The apartment tower so far has leased out 50% of its 322 units, including 16 of its 18 penthouses. The building is leasing up its commercial space, with some tenants coming from outside Wisconsin, said developer Richard Barrett. The Couture is adding amenities — and leasing up its commercial space — one year after the downtown Milwaukee apartment high-rise began moving in residents.

1 week ago | jsonline.com | Tom Daykin

Capitol Outdoor wants to place a 1,750-square-foot digital billboard on the blank wall of Wisconsin Tower condos. The Milwaukee Board of Zoning Appeals has rejected a variance to allow the huge sign. The zoning board's ruling could be appealed--setting up a possible court battle. What would be perhaps downtown Milwaukee's largest sign has been blocked by a city panel − a ruling that could be appealed. Capitol Outdoor Inc.

1 week ago | jsonline.com | Tom Daykin

Mayor Cavalier Johnson's administration has revised its housing plan to eliminate a recommendation allowing new duplexes in areas restricted for single-family homes. That change is a good one, says Common Council President Jose Perez, who had opposed the plan. The revised plan, which remains focused on encouraging development of different housing choices, undergoes council review in June.

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Tom Daykin

• Kohl's Corp. fired CEO Ashley Buchanan after four months for violating company policies involving undisclosed conflicts of interest. • Buchanan's termination was unrelated to company performance and no other personnel were involved. • Board Chair Michael Bender will serve as interim CEO while a search for a permanent replacement is conducted. • Buchanan's compensation package exceeded $20 million, while the company experienced declining sales and profits during his tenure. Kohl's Corp.