West Allis moves to define "recovery residences" as conditional use in select districts; state statute limits local licensing City planning staff proposed adding recovery residences to the zoning code as a conditional use in the RC multifamily district and C2–C4 commercial districts, citing limits in Wisconsin Statutes §46 and few registered homes in the city; attorney and council members discussed occupancy, legacy uses and enforcement limits.

West Allis is considering new zoning regulations for "recovery residences," aiming to create a safer community while navigating state law limitations.

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Council hears proposal to add recovery residences as conditional use in select West Allis districts Staff proposed adding ‘recovery residences’ to the city zoning code as a conditional use in the RC multifamily district and commercial districts C2, C3 and C4; staff cited Wisconsin Statutes Section 46, said the city cannot license such homes but may require property-owner registration and the Planning Commission recommended approval.

The West Allis Common Council is considering a pivotal change to zoning laws that could redefine how recovery residences operate in the community.

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