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Commission approves RU‑10 zone change for 163‑acre glamping proposal after contentious public hearing

Kane County Commission · August 26, 2025
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Summary

Following a public hearing with neighbors raising dust, traffic and wildfire concerns, the Kane County Commission approved ordinance 2025‑24 to rezone two parcels (total 163 acres) from Agricultural to RU‑10 for a proposed 20–25‑site glamping project; applicants offered voluntary deed restrictions and will next pursue a conditional use permit with specific mitigation measures.

The Kane County Commission voted on Aug. 26 to approve an ordinance (2025‑24) rezoning two parcels totaling about 163 acres from Agricultural to Rural‑10 (RU‑10) to allow a low‑density glamping proposal. The vote followed staff presentations, an applicant presentation, public comment from neighbors and extended commissioner discussion about access, wildfire risk, traffic and use restrictions.

Applicants Nate and Deanna Lee described plans for two clustered glamping areas totaling about 20–25 sites (they said roughly 5 acres of the parcel is buildable), limited parking and one full‑time on‑site caretaker with Starlink internet for emergency communications.…

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