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The Planning & Community Development Department is the lead agency for both physical and economic development of the city. Staff reviews all residential and commercial development plans, all zoning and subdivision platting, and provides all long range planning for the city; such plans deal with all elements of the physical design and development, which include historic preservation. The department also manages the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant programs for the city. Property maintenance inspections and code enforcement are administered through the department.  The Regulated Industries division handles all business and liquor licensing as well as the Rental Ready program.  The department also oversees Dangerous Buildings and Vacant Structures.

Amended Hotel & Extended Stay Ordinance

An amendement to City Code pertaining to Hotels and Extended Stay Hotels has been approved by City Council. The amended ordinance is located in Chapter 5 Article 3 and can be found by visiting the City of Independence Municode (link below): 

City of Independence Municode

For general questions regarding the Community Development Department, please call 816-325-7109.

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Planning Commission, April 29, 2025

Tuesday, April 29, 2025
6:00pm
City Hall - 1st Floor
City-Wide, Commission Meeting
Celebrating Preservation Month

“Where the Trails are Headed Next"

Saturday, May 3, 2025
11:00am
Missouri Model Railroad Museum
City-Wide
Celebrating Preservation Month

“The Future of the Schoolhouse"

Saturday, May 3, 2025
5:00pm
1859 Jail Museum
City-Wide

Community Development

City Hall - 2nd Floor

111 E Maple Ave.
Independence, MO 64050
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Mailing Address

111 E Maple Ave
Independence, MO 64050