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Published: Jul 7, 2026

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Zoning And Land UseResidential

Preliminary Plat for Division Road Subdivision Approved with Revisions

The Council approved the preliminary plat for the Division Road subdivision, which is part of the larger development at 1259 Division Road. The plat was revised based on Planning Commission recommendations, including moving lot 31 to the west, relocating the Anapi Trail to provide a buffer for adjacent homes, and establishing a walking path easement between lots 13 and 15. Additionally, an evergreen hedge will be planted along the property line to screen the new development from existing homes. Council members acknowledged the developer's responsiveness to these changes and the improved access to the Anapi Trail. Concerns about mixed-use aspects and overall neighborhood planning persisted for some members.

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Sturgeon Bay Council Reorders Agenda for PUD and Rezoning Discussion

The Council considered and approved a motion to move agenda item 15 (Plan Unit Development for DOCO Irongate LLC) to be discussed before item 14 (Ordinance for rezoning Division Road), recognizing that the PUD zoning recommendation should be reviewed before the ordinance enacting the rezoning. The motion passed unanimously.

Zoning And Land UseResidential

Sturgeon Bay Council Approves Rezoning for 23.7-Acre Residential Development on Division Road

The Council reviewed and approved, by a vote of 6 to 1, the first reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 23.7 acres at 1259 Division Road from agricultural to two-family residential (R3). This rezoning is a preliminary step for a mixed-use residential development, including 30 workforce homes. The approval was conditioned on an updated stormwater management plan, a wetland delineation report, and approval from Sturgeon Bay Utilities for stormwater detention ponds within a zone of contribution. Concerns were raised by some council members regarding traffic, compatibility with existing neighborhoods, and the lack of nearby amenities, while others emphasized the need for housing and the phased development approach that allows for future adjustments. The project also involves the Anapi Trail and potential parkland development in the area.

Community DevelopmentInfrastructure

Sturgeon Bay Council Approves Purchase of Specialized Truck and Crane for In-House Concrete Work

The Council discussed and approved the purchase of a Ford F-600 chassis and a work and body crane for a total cost not to exceed $107,688. This equipment is intended for in-house concrete work, including setting manholes and bases, and is necessary due to the city acquiring a mason on its workforce. The purchase will be funded by a combination of existing accounts, requiring a transfer of funds. Council members noted the increasing cost of such vehicles and expressed support for the city performing more concrete work in-house, citing the Sunset Park Playground as a successful example of this approach.

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Sturgeon Bay Council Approves Amendments to Historic Preservation Code

The Council conducted the second reading and approved amendments to Chapter 28 of the municipal code, pertaining to the historic preservation code. The amendments involve language cleanup and other revisions to the code, following a detailed review at a previous meeting.

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