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June 16, 2026 - City Council
Published: Jun 16, 2026
City Council Approves Easements for Highlands at Clear Creek Residential Plat
The City Council approved the acceptance of drainage, utility, landscape, and sidewalk easements and rights-of-way for the Highlands at Clear Creek Final Plat, a 50-lot residential subdivision. This approval is procedural following the prior approval of the rezoning and preliminary plat, despite ongoing litigation regarding the rezoning itself. The property is located south and west of the Clare Road and West 86th Terrace intersection. Habitat for Humanity will own the property upon plat recording. The Planning Commission had previously approved the final plat [cite: 47, 50-53, 57-59, 121-123].
Council Approves Final Plat for Highlands at Clear Creek Subdivision Amidst Economic Development Discussion
The City Council discussed the final plat for the Highlands at Clear Creek, a 50-lot residential subdivision. Council Member Nix inquired about the staff's recommendation aligning with responsible economic development goals. Staff explained this involves encouraging growth in various forms to build the community fabric. Council Member Denny expressed concerns about the project's location and potential tax base, while Scott McCullough clarified procedural aspects of accepting dedications for land the city still owns. The item was approved [cite: 47, 50-53, 59, 63-72, 75-90, 121-123].
City Council Streamlines Regulations for Medical, Dental, and Personal Service Businesses
The City Council approved amendments to city code sections pertaining to use regulations for medical or dental clinics and personal services within the Planned Neighborhood Office (NPO) and Planned General Office (CPO) zoning districts. The change reclassifies these uses from requiring a Special Use Permit (SUP) to being Permitted Uses, streamlining the process for businesses. Staff noted that over 25% of SUPs in the last six years were for these uses, all of which were approved. This change aims to reduce regulatory burden and speed up business openings. The NPO and CPO districts are generally low-intensity office areas located along major corridors [cite: 330, 335-341, 349-351, 363-364, 367-371, 384-390, 395-397, 401-403, 439, 460-467].
City Council Approves Preliminary Plan for New Lenexa Fire Station 6
The City Council approved the preliminary plan for Fire Station 6, a new public safety services development located at 12300 West 87th Street Parkway. The project includes three buildings totaling approximately 61,000 square feet, with the fire station and administrative office (27,000 sq ft) being the first phase. The site, formerly City Hall and the police department, is zoned CPO and is planned to maintain city ownership. Access will be via Long Street, Monrovia Street, and 85th Terrace to ensure emergency vehicle efficiency. The architecture will feature brick, limestone, and wood accents. The project is expected to begin construction in November and complete in spring-summer 2028. A discussion regarding the preservation of a fountain on the site was tabled for further discussion at a Committee of the Whole meeting [cite: 130, 133, 137, 141, 146-148, 150, 153-157, 160-162, 167, 175-177, 182-184, 191, 195, 213-215, 223-242, 321-327].
Radisson Hotel Deemed Unsafe and Dangerous Structure by City Council
The City Council deemed the Radisson Hotel at 12601 West 95th Street an unsafe and dangerous structure, directing that it be repaired or removed. This decision followed a public hearing and presentation of evidence detailing numerous violations, including pervasive mold, a non-compliant boiler, damaged flooring, extensive water damage, non-functioning HVAC and elevators, plumbing issues, electrical hazards (including smoke from an outlet), roof disrepair, improper use of guest rooms for storage, long-term occupancy by staff, and fire safety deficiencies (e.g., faulty fire doors, non-working exit lights, inadequate door seals). The property owner and lien holder presented arguments for extended timelines, but council members cited the severity of the violations and risks to life safety and public health as reasons for immediate action. The Council delegated authority to the Director of Community Development to set interim deadlines and manage extensions [cite: 470-471, 473, 484-486, 492-493, 499-502, 506-507, 510-511, 514-516, 539-651, 656-677, 687-705, 706-708, 710-711, 716-718, 724-725, 807, 811-813, 820-828, 834-836, 849-857, 861-863, 917-918, 980-981, 1006-1007, 1047-1051, 1099-1105, 1108-1110, 1117, 1124-1125, 1129-1132, 1137-1139, 1144, 1161-1168, 1181-1186, 1190-1196, 1211, 1231-1237, 1240-1241, 1247-1248, 1260, 1274-1275, 1278-1279, 1314, 1317-1318, 1326-1327, 1376-1380, 1411-1413, 1420-1421, 1436-1437, 1443-1444, 1449, 1461-1462, 1468-1471, 1475-1481].
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