ORDINANCE NO. 241070


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Sponsor: Councilmember Eric Bunch

Amending Chapter 88, the Zoning and Development Code by enacting a new Section 88-586, for the purpose of reviewing proposed demolitions of structures to determine if the structures have historical, architectural, cultural or urban design value to the City.

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WHEREAS, the City recognizes that historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character while enhancing livability;

WHEREAS, the review of the proposed demolitions of buildings that are not currently listed as historic will encourage the preservation of the tangible aspects of the City's heritage which has shaped the people of Kansas City;

WHEREAS, the KC Spirit Playbook recommends adopting a demolition review ordinance as part of the community support actions;

WHEREAS, after consideration at their October 18, 2024 meeting, the Historic Preservation Commission voted to recommend approval of this demolition review ordinance; and

WHEREAS, after consideration at their December 4, 2024 meeting, the City Plan Commission also voted to recommend approval of this demolition review ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE;

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

Section 1. That Chapter 88, the Zoning and Development Code, is hereby amended by enacting a new Section 88-586, for the purpose of reviewing proposed demolitions of structures to determine if the structures have historical, architectural, cultural or urban design value to the City, to read as follows:

88-586 - DEMOLITION REVIEW

88-586-01 - PURPOSE

88-586-01-A. Demolition review provides a predictable process for reviewing applications for permits to demolish structures by:

1. establishing an appropriate waiting period during which the City and an applicant can propose and consider alternatives to the demoliti...

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