Focus Area: Economy, Community Development
Staff Contact: Jessica Schuller, Senior Planner
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Consideration of Ordinance No. 26-27 (UDO26-0001), amending Title 18 Unified Development Ordinance Chapter 18.20.260, pertaining to the North Ridgeview Road Overlay District.
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recommended motion:
1. I move to approve Ordinance No. 26-27, UDO26-0001 [4 positive votes required].
2. I move to return the application to the Planning Commission for further consideration [4 positive votes required].
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Summary:
The Elevate Olathe Comprehensive Plan was adopted on April 21, 2026 including land use and design guidelines for areas of the city experiencing new growth and development. As guided by the plan, staff reviewed the existing North Ridgeview Road Overlay District (UDO 18.20.260) and associated Design Guidelines for alignment with the Elevate Olathe Comprehensive Plan. On March 2, 2026, a joint discussion was held with the Planning Commission and City Council and direction was given for staff to pursue an amendment to the UDO for the Ridgeview Road Overlay District. This amendment removes overlapping and conflicting requirements between the new Comprehensive Plan and the Overlay District in order to promote new development opportunities north of College Boulevard.
The recommended amendments to UDO 18.20.260 include:
• Amending the boundaries of the North Ridgeview Road Overlay District to exclude the land area north of College Boulevard, allowing the area to be guided by the Comprehensive Plan.
• Retaining the North Ridgeview Road Overlay District and associated Design Guidelines in all areas south of College Boulevard, to support harmonious infill and redevelopment opportunities within and near existing commercial centers.
On May 11, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing for the proposed request, and no members of the public spoke at the hearing. After discussion, the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of UDO26-0001.
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Financial Information:
None
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Attachment(s):
A. Planning Commission Packet
B. Planning Commission Minutes
C. Ordinance No. 26-27