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Leawood: Rooted & Reaching | Comprehensive Plan

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The City of Leawood is paving the way for its future in updating a Comprehensive Plan to guide growth and development in your community over the next 20 years. See more about the project at www.leawoodrootedandreaching.com.

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Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:42PM on page 15

We need to eliminate development that is copied from other local cities. Leawood wants unique, distinctive and custom designs. We don't want modern and sterile buildings that look like every new apartment complex in Overland Park or Lenexa.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:40PM on page 15

We have a Meadowbrook Park-style central development that is thriving, and a village where people can shop and enjoy community spaces. The architecture is charming and unique.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:37PM on page 13

I'm not interested in Leawood pursuing autonomous vehicles. We could use additional charging stations for electric vehicles.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:36PM on page 13

Continue to expand our trail network. Wherever Leawood builds trails or widens sidewalks, they do a fantastic job. Add flashing signs and visual cues for vehicles--scooters and e-bikes are here to stay and we need to adapt as drivers.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:31PM on page 12

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:31PM on page 12

Yes, 100%

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:31PM on page 12

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:28PM on page 10

The strong sense of community around Gezer Park. I feel so fortunate to live within walking distance as it's a community gathering place and whenever I walk my dogs, I see someone I know. The park helps to create such a strong sense of community. I'd love to see several additional 10-acre public parks in Leawood.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:16PM on page 8

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:16PM on page 8

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:16PM on page 8

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:16PM on page 8

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:15PM on page 8

Yes

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:15PM on page 8

Yes, absolutely

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:15PM on page 8

YES, we don't want 4-story apartments.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:14PM on page 8

YES, absolutely.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 3:05PM on page 7

Yes, absolutely! There's a huge demand for villas in Leawood.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 2:57PM on page 5

No. These types of developments haven't been very successful, and they attract in & out shopping because there's no reason to stay. I'm thinking of the strip at 123rd & State Line, which has sat half vacant for years. The development off 135th & Briar is attractive, but it isn't fully rented and it doesn't encourage folks to stay.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:48AM on page 5

HARD NO

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:48AM on page 5

Yes, absolutely! Anything we can do to promote community and socializing is beneficial and most desired. This is a value that should apply to any new development.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:47AM on page 5

Yes, absolutely. Every single plan we approve from now on, without exception, must prioritize walkability & bicycle access. We also need to account for ebikes and scooters, as they aren't going away. We have far too many cars hitting pedestrians.
In my neighborhood near Gezer Park, we walk and bike a lot. Any day that is nice, folks are out walking and biking. This promotes a healthy lifestyle and a stronger community. Geezer Park helps to promote a sense of community--in development-speak, a sense of place.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:44AM on page 5

Only if it's the right type of aesthetic. East Village is technically vertical mixed use and I hate the modern & boring aesthetic, which comes directly from the developer's projects in Lenexa. I love Park Place, as it's unique to Leawood and its architecture is quaint and charming.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:27AM on page 5

Yes. We have enough areas designated for mixed use. We desperately need more upscale, smaller footprint housing options as compared to more mixed use.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:25AM on page 5

Yes! Absolutely we want more local businesses, from retail to restaurants. There are plenty of national chains elsewhere, we don't need them in Leawood. Let's create the right environment for local businesses to thrive.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:23AM on page 5

YES! We've been begging for a Meadowbrook development. A huge opportunity was lost when the council approved East Village, as 115 acres would have been the perfect for it. The developer refused to a resident-requested 10-acre park within 115 acres of Mixed use development.

Rachel Rubin Nov 20 2025 at 11:21AM on page 5

Yes

Jim Wright Nov 18 2025 at 12:53PM on page 9

Idea

You need to add the idea of full-ci ty computer control of traffic lights. The full system need to be automated to keep traffic flowing. This concept is important for quality of life. You can spend your life doing instead of waiting at stop lights.

Jim Wright Nov 18 2025 at 12:47PM on page 5

Answer

Concur

in reply to Steve's comment

Kristin wing Nov 17 2025 at 5:45PM on page 7

Idea

And too expensive not going to spend 1 million to move to a villa that isn’t that much smaller than my current home

Kristin wing Nov 17 2025 at 5:43PM on page 10

Idea

Parks and trails

Kristin wing Nov 17 2025 at 5:40PM on page 24

Answer

Really concerned about traffic flow

James Murray Nov 17 2025 at 4:32PM on page 15

Adding more local shop spaces, multiple styles of homes (townhomes, condos, SFH). Making the space a magnet for young families AND seniors "aging in place"

James Murray Nov 17 2025 at 4:30PM on page 12

I'm raising my family in Leawood and Safety is my #1 issue.

James Murray Nov 17 2025 at 4:29PM on page 8

There needs to be a balance with increasing housing options without negatively impacting the high property values of nearby homes.

James Murray Nov 17 2025 at 4:28PM on page 7

Would suggest avoiding this ADU style approach.

James Murray Nov 17 2025 at 4:26PM on page 5

YES, This plus the Park Place option.

Steve Nov 17 2025 at 4:24PM on page 15

Answer

Leawood finally builds missing middle housing, and it's impressive and a huge success!

Steve Nov 17 2025 at 4:22PM on page 8

Answer

Yes

Steve Nov 17 2025 at 4:20PM on page 7

Answer

This could be a great option for retirees looking to downsize. Many existing villas in Leawood are too big, and/or dated.

Steve Nov 17 2025 at 4:16PM on page 7

Answer

Own one, and will want to sell it, and stay in Leawood...in the next 5 years. Looking for the missing middle, in a beautiful and quiet setting.