Leawood approves first phase of work on project at 86th and State Line — here’s what happens next

Leawood planning commissioners approved the the first phase of work to be done on a mixed-used development near 86th Street and State Line Road, across from Ward Parkway Center. The initial phase of the project includes nearly 200 apartment units, 24 townhomes and thousands of square feet of retail and office space. Image via Leawood city documents.

The Leawood Planning Commission on Tuesday voted to approve the final plan and plat for the first phase for a mixed-use development on 86th Street and State Line Road.

The preliminary plan for the project was approved in June by the city council over some neighboring residents’ opposition.