Kansas City, Missouri, City Hall will discuss Plaza redevelopment plans this week, including rezoning much of the Plaza to the Master Planned Development District. The proposed ordinances aim to redevelop and maintain the Country Club Plaza, with support from groups like the Plaza Westport Neighborhood Association. Concerns have been raised about building heights in the redevelopment plans, with calls to cap heights at 75 feet and preserve the historic character of the district. The city planning staff recommends expanding the list of “character contributing” buildings to include historically significant structures from the 1920s and 1930s. Residents hope to ensure that Country Club Plaza remains an iconic district for future generations.
