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Loan Approval for Brownfield Redevelopment at 2318-2332 South Austin Street

Original title: Resolution authorizing a loan up to $500,000 from RACM’s EPA Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund to Austin Commons, LLC or an agreed upon affiliate to be used on the properties at 2318 - 2332 South Austin Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

April 16, 2026

economic developmentenvironmental remediationreal estateloansMilwaukee

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution authorizes the disbursement of $500,000 in federal-backed funds to a private developer for site cleanup and redevelopment at a specific Milwaukee location.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Austin Commons, LLC

The entity is authorized to receive a loan of up to $500,000 for property development.

Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee

The agency is responsible for managing the loan disbursement from the EPA fund.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 16, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee () has approved a loan of up to $500,000 to Austin Commons, LLC. The funds are sourced from the EPA and are designated for use at the properties located at 2318-2332 South Austin Street.

Key Facts

  • The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM) approved a loan of up to $500,000.
  • The loan is funded through the EPA Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund.
  • The recipient is Austin Commons, LLC or an agreed-upon affiliate.
  • The funds are restricted for use at 2318-2332 South Austin Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • The resolution was introduced on May 6, 2026.
  • The status of the resolution is recorded as Passed.

Why It Matters

This resolution authorizes the disbursement of $500,000 in federal-backed funds to a private developer for site cleanup and redevelopment at a specific Milwaukee location.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund?
It is a fund provided by the EPA to help clean up and redevelop properties that may be complicated by the presence of hazardous substances or pollutants.
Who is receiving the money?
The loan is authorized for Austin Commons, LLC or an affiliate they agree upon.

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EPA Fund Utilization

The use of federal EPA Brownfield funds indicates a focus on environmental remediation as a prerequisite for private development at this site.

Redevelopment Authority of the City of MilwaukeeAustin Commons, LLC

Connected Entities

location2318 - 2332 South Austin Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin“The site designated for redevelopment.”Map →
organizationRedevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee“The governing body authorizing the loan.”Map →
organizationAustin Commons, LLC“The recipient of the loan.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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