Developers propose 60‑unit, low‑visibility resort at Old Fort Ranch; commission seeks use agreement before rezoning

Feb 11, 2026

Applicants proposing a 60‑unit hotel/retreat on Old Fort Ranch described on‑site water rights and conversations with Fredonia and the water conservancy; public comment supported low‑impact ecotourism but urged strict permitted‑use limits. The commission directed staff and legal counsel to draft a development/use agreement listing permitted uses prior to recommending rezoning.

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Developers seeking to build a 60‑unit, low‑density hotel and retreat on a portion of Old Fort Ranch asked the Planning Commission Feb. 11 for a rezoning from Agriculture (AG) to Commercial Two (C‑2) (Ordinance 2026‑04). Applicants Jennie Peterson and Greg Wyatt described hospitality experience and said the project would provide year‑round jobs and local hiring.

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