Platte County Builder Policy Pushes Back Against Kansas City Regs

Today we notice one of the most important metro power moves we've seen when it comes to creating more housing in and around Kansas City. 

To wit . . .

CHECK PLATTE COUNTY SNUBBING KANSAS CITY PROPER WITH THEIR LATEST HOUSING RESOLUTION!!! 

Here's the text from the presser with the important part highlighted in red along with a link to the notice just sent out by our neighbors to the north . . . Check-it: 

"In a bold move to address escalating housing costs and regulatory hurdles stifling growth in the Kansas City area, the Platte County Commission today unanimously passed a resolution in full support of the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City's "Let Builders Build" campaign. The initiative aims to dismantle excessive red tape, streamline permitting processes, and promote policies that empower builders to deliver more affordable housing options for families, schools, and businesses.

"The resolution highlights the stark contrast between Platte County's efficient, builder-friendly environment and the burdensome regulations plaguing Kansas City, Missouri. 

"Approximately half of Platte County's population lives within Kansas City limits, yet the city's overly complex policies -including permitting delays, inconsistent building codes, stringent environmental mandates, high utility fees, and unnecessary material requirements - are inflating construction costs by up to 20% for essential projects like single-family homes, apartments, schools, and commercial developments.

" 'These barriers aren't just paperwork - they're locking out young families from homeownership, forcing schools to pass higher taxes onto taxpayers, and driving businesses to look elsewhere for expansion,' said Platte County Presiding Commissioner Scott Fricker. 'Platte County has proven that streamlined processes and reasonable codes can balance safety, affordability, and community growth. We're proud to stand with the HBA in calling for similar reforms across the region to build stronger, more vibrant communities.'

"The 'Let Builders Build' campaign, launched by the HBA, seeks to modernize housing policies through collaboration among policymakers, stakeholders, and local communities. By reducing unnecessary regulations and fostering efficient construction solutions, the effort promises to boost homeownership rates, support economic stability, and ensure Platte County - and the broader Kansas City region -remains a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.

"Platte County's own track record underscores the resolution's call to action: Its streamlined building permit process and balanced code have enabled builders to deliver quality, safe homes efficiently, serving as a model for regional reform."

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Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Platte County Commission Endorses Builders Association "Let Builders Build" Campaign

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