Lawrence University property rezonings and future redevelopment
Appleton
Summary
Lawrence University is rezoning several surplus parcels from public-institutional to two-family residential so they can be combined and sold for redevelopment. Neighbors on East South Street worry about property values and new housing that doesn't fit their historic neighborhood; staff noted R-2 allows single-family homes and caps density at duplexes.
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Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost; the rezonings could affect nearby property values depending on what gets built.
Lawrence University, which can combine and sell the parcels for redevelopment.
Nearby homeowners fear incompatible development could affect their property values and neighborhood character.
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