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City Council Approves Rezoning for Lone Elm Townhomes
The City Council considered Ordinance No. 26-29, which would rezone approximately 7.7 acres from the NC (Neighborhood Center) district to the R-3 (Residential Low-Density Multifamily) district for Lone Elm Townhomes, located northeast of W. 119th Street and S. Lone Elm Road. This ordinance follows previous discussions and a council directive to present an ordinance with specific stipulations. The memorandum of understanding addresses density restrictions, landscaping buffering, and road access on Lone Elm Road. The applicant agreed to the ordinance as written. Councilmember Creighton, despite initial reservations, voted in favor to align with the council's direction.
Olathe Council Approves Postponement of CID Sales Tax Commencement Date
The City Council approved Ordinance No. 26-33, which amends Ordinance No. 24-50 regarding the commencement date of the CID sales tax imposed within the 119th and Renner Community Improvement District. The developer requested the postponement of the CID commencement date, which is currently underway with onsite work and anticipated vertical construction in 2027. This change aims to maximize sales tax collection during the 22-year period by allowing for a more complete project before sales tax collection begins. The ordinance passed unanimously.
City Council Repeals Outdated Land Use Plans to Improve Clarity
The City Council approved Ordinance No. 26-30, which repeals three previous land use plans and design guidelines: Ordinance No. 05-75 (Coffee Creek Master Plan), Ordinance No. 07-80 (Lone Elm Vicinity Plan), and Ordinance No. 02-15 (K-7 Corridor Study and Design Guidelines). This action aims to strengthen alignment and provide clarity for residents and the development community regarding city land use planning and design guidelines. The ordinance passed with unanimous support.
City Hall Parking Garage Contract Amendment Approved
The City Council approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with Nabholz Construction for the City Hall Parking Garage Project (PN 6-C-003-24). The project will feature a three-level plus two sloped levels structure with an estimated 400 designated parking spaces. The design emphasizes safety and aesthetics, with lighting as a key feature. The project is anticipated to be completed by the fall of 2027. The amendment passed unanimously.
Olathe Adopts Updated Residential Building Code
The City Council approved Ordinance No. 26-31, which amends Chapter 15.04 of the Olathe Municipal Code pertaining to the Residential Building Code. This amendment aligns the city's code with new Kansas requirements for the use of the 2018 International Residential Code for single-family homes. The ordinance passed unanimously.
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