The City of Whitewater is pleased to announce that an initial concept review for the new Hale Farm Subdivision will be presented at the Planning & Architectural Review Commission (PARC) on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
The development, led by Bielinski Homes, proposes up to 99 single-family homes on the city’s west side. Bielinski Homes has a decades-long record of building thriving neighborhoods across Wisconsin, and their partnership with Whitewater reflects a shared commitment to expanding housing options for working families, young professionals, and long-time residents.
City Manager John Weidl underscored the project’s significance: “Housing is the foundation of community growth. Our goal is to make it easier for people who work here to live here, for families to stay and grow here, and for young professionals to put down
roots right here in Whitewater.”
Mason Becker, the City’s newly appointed Economic Development Director, noted that projects like Hale Farm directly support Whitewater’s strategic priorities: “This subdivision expands opportunities for homeownership at a time when housing supply is limited across Jefferson and Walworth counties. Developments like this help us strengthen the local workforce, support our schools, and create neighborhoods where people want to invest in the future.”
The PARC concept review marks the first public step in moving this subdivision forward. Community members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the project.
Editor’s note: The above press release was provided by the City of Whitewater. The parcel is approximately 33.5 acres, much of it currently being farmed. It is adjacent to the north and east sides of The Chapel property. Access to the subdivision from US Business Hwy 12 is proposed to be through Breidsan Drive and Warner Road.
The proposal is coming to the PARC as a conceptual review which allows the commission an opportunity to provide comments and feedback on the proposed use. The developer would need to formally apply for a rezone, preliminary plat, and final plat in order to proceed. The proposal complies with the city zoning ordinance for “small lots,” with the minimum 6000 square feet, which is approximately .138 of an acre. The minimum lot size in the original “R-1” one-family residence district is 10,000 square feet, or about .23 of an acre. The small lot district zoning was adopted in 2022 in an effort to increase housing diversity and affordability.
Shown below is the proposed site plan.
Shown below is the public access information for the PARC meeting.
City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Conceptual Plan Review of possible subdivision to be located on Hale/Pearson Farm on Warner Road for Belinski Homes.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
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