Silver Creek P&Z recommends Wright County rezone for Uecker property

On April 7, 2026, the Silver Creek Township Planning & Zoning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend that Wright County rezone the Uecker property to Ag‑Res following a presentation by Paul Otto on behalf of the applicant.

Paul Otto described prior coordination with Wright County in February and cited the 2009 Natural Resources overlay as a constraint. He told the commission that an earlier recommended plan called for four 10‑acre lots; the applicant’s revised request was for a planned unit development with two larger and two smaller lots, using the creek as a boundary between portions of the site.

Supervisor Nelson said the revised proposal was “well thought out,” and Planning & Zoning Chair Chris Klein said the plan fit the township ordinance better than the previous layout. Commissioner Vanek said the new configuration addressed how land on the opposite side of the creek could be used. Based on that discussion, Supervisor Nelson moved and Commissioner Vanek seconded a recommendation that Wright County rezone the property to Ag‑Res; the motion carried, 8-0.

The commission’s action is a recommendation to Wright County; the county retains final authority to approve or deny the rezoning. The minutes identify participants primarily by title and surname; first names beyond those recorded above are not provided in the minutes.

Next steps: the recommendation will be forwarded to Wright County for their review and any subsequent public hearing or decision.