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—The Overland Park City Council is set to vote Monday night on an ordinance connected to a new housing pilot program, which includes changes to zoning and the development approval process.
OP neighbors raise concerns over development ordinance change
In the staff report found on the agenda for tonight’s meeting, the city summarizes the item by saying “Staff is proposing new Chapter 18.375 in the UDO, to create a pilot program for Portfolio Homes. To accompany the City’s new Portfolio Homes program, the proposed pilot zoning package encourages the development of Portfolio Homes by allowing projects on a limited basis. The pilot zoning package would promote development on infill lots to utilize existing infrastructure, create opportunity for cottage court layouts, streamline the approval process, and provide flexibility from existing development standards to support Portfolio Home development.”
The Portfolio Homes program is designed to expand housing options beyond traditional single-family homes and large apartment developments…