The Eaton County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit to reopen a commercial campground at 9396 Sycamore Lane proposed by members of the Koblenz family. The site plan covers two parcels totaling roughly 50.09 acres and includes 67 sites, three rustic cabins, a manager’s house, restroom and storage buildings, and year‑to‑year seasonal operation April 1–Oct. 31.

Planner’s report said the road commission and the Drain Commissioner’s Office raised no objections; the Eaton Conservation District had no concerns; and the applicants have maintained an Eagle campground license. State environmental reviewers (EGLE) flagged regulated floodplain and wetland areas on the property and advised that a Part 303 permit (wetlands) or Part 301 permit (stream work) would be required for any filling, grading or work in those areas. Staff told the commission the applicants are not proposing new construction inside the regulated floodplain and recommended a pre‑application to EGLE if new construction is contemplated.

A neighboring property owner, Leslie Dunham, submitted a written comment expressing concern about past late‑night music, multi‑night fireworks and potential noise and lake use. Applicant Freeman Coblans addressed that concern in the hearing, saying the campground will have a 10:00 p.m. quiet hour.

Commissioners asked for clarification about two 12‑by‑16 cabins that were placed on the site without permits by a previous owner; staff and the applicants said those cabins will be moved from flood‑prone sites to higher ground (identified on the site plan as sites 19 and 20) and that building permits will be obtained.

The motion to approve the permit passed on a roll‑call vote with all commissioners recorded as voting yes. Staff advised applicants to submit cabin drawings for building permits and to coordinate with EGLE if any activity touches regulated wetlands or the floodplain. The applicants indicated an intent to open in spring 2026.

The commission’s approval authorizes the conditional use subject to standard permitting steps and state environmental requirements; staff will track required permits and site‑plan changes before final permit issuance.