Summary
After roughly three years of failed bridge engineering, the developer won approval to split the phases with two cul-de-sacs — but only with the clubhouse moved to Phase 1, the same 92 units, and the right-turn-only exit kept to keep cut-through traffic out of Springdale Estates.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project — described as adding roughly $80 million to the tax base and several hundred thousand dollars a year in city taxes — avoids stalling over a $1.7–$2.8 million bridge.
The developer and future empty-nester residents, plus the city's tax base.
Springdale Estates residents lose nothing if the right-turn-only exit holds, but some commissioners worried about any loosening of the Elmwood traffic restriction.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Plan Commission - Oct 15, 2026
After roughly three years of failed bridge engineering, the developer won approval to split the phases with two cul-de-sacs — but only with the clubhouse moved to Phase 1, the same 92 units, and the right-turn-only exit kept to keep cut-through traffic out of Springdale Estates.
Common Council Meeting - First Monday - May 4, 2026
The subdivision is moving forward — Phase 1 utilities are done, so the city cut the developer's letter of credit by about $830,000. The developer is filling Phase 2 now and expects binder on the road by late July, with the final surface layer not before 2027.
Related development
Steiner Site & Building Plan Review
No approval yet; residents near Bluemound should watch for improved screening, lighting, and window details when it returns.
Cedar Gables Site and Building Plan Amendment
The stalled project can proceed; Springdale Estates keeps its cut-through protection while emergency access concerns were weighed.
Cedar Gables Development
The guarantee protects the city and taxpayers if the developer does not complete required public improvements.
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