Plan Commission recommends rezoning of Riverside Park after contentious public hearing

Jan 8, 2026

After a two-hour public hearing and broad public opposition, the Eagle River Plan Commission voted 4-1 to recommend that the City Council amend zoning for part of Riverside Park from Park/Recreation to Single Two-Family Residential and to approve a preliminary plat; Vilas County said proceeds would help county services and estimated net proceeds of about $1.5 million after expenses.

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On Jan. 8, 2026, the Plan Commission of the City of Eagle River voted to recommend that the City Council amend the zoning for a portion of Riverside Park from Park/Recreation (PR) to Single Two-Family Residential (R-2) and to approve a preliminary plat for a proposed subdivision.

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