Costco is planning to break ground at its new 164,000 square-foot retail space located at 2710 W. Drexel Ave. this week.That's according to a Facebook post by Franklin Mayor John Nelson.The 20-acre site, which Costco purchased f or the location, was previously owned by Northwestern Mutual.This has been a long and exciting planning process, and I know many people in Franklin are happy to hear this news, said Franklin Mayor John Nelson. I want to thank the Costco team for choosing our community to build its first store in Milwaukee County. I also want to thank the Franklin Common Council, Director of Economic Development, John Regetz, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Everyone is aware of what this great retail development will bring to our community, and we all worked together seamlessly to get it done."Project details include: Located at the northwest corner of W. Drexel Avenue and S. 27th Street 164,000-square-foot facility 12-pump gas station at the south end of the development 868 parking spaces Opening planned for November 2026We look forward to the spark Costco will bring to Franklin and the other large tenants this may attract to the Northwestern Mutual site, said Mayor Nelson.Its about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for TMJ4 on your device.Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more.Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip ...read more read less