MIX2 Zone in Milwaukee, WI
MIX2 zoning district rules in Milwaukee, WI. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MIX2 zone in Milwaukee, WI is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
Milwaukee's residential lots (typically 33 ft wide) accommodate detached garages accessed from rear alleys in most older neighborhoods. Milwaukee County Transit System provides bus service — some corridors qualify for reduced parking standards.
Source: Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 295 (Zoning Code); Milwaukee Building Code. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source