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KC Leaving $2M Annually ‘On the Table’ by Not Taxing Airbnbs

Audit estimates there are more than 1,800 short-term rentals in Kansas City — the equivalent of two downtown convention hotels — that aren't feeding into the local tax base.

by Celisa Calacal, KCUR 89.3

November 30, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

Mac Properties Unveils Big New Project Along the KC Streetcar

No Tax Incentives, No Affordable Housing, Limited Parking

by Kevin Collison

November 10, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

Zero KC Wants to End Houselessness in Five Years But Will Require More Commitment from Leaders

Prior to the action plan, advocates and nonprofits working with houslessness communities received minimal support from the city. They hope to see this change.

by Mili Mansaray, The Beacon

October 13, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

To Attract More Developers, Kansas City Changes its Affordable Housing Ordinance — Again

According to KC’s new affordable housing ordinance, the median income for a four-person household is nearly six figures. Advocates say this is a problem.

by Multiple Reporters

August 30, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

Barney Allis Plaza Rebuild Proposal Includes Apartment Tower

$177.5 million plan includes 226 apartments

by Kevin Collison

August 19, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

Developer Tackles Historic Building for $120M Affordable Housing Project

Focus on Energy Efficiency

by Kevin Collison

May 18, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

KCATA Pursues Ambitious Mixed-Use Tower Downtown

Tower Properties Pushes Back on the Proposal

by Kevin Collison

March 24, 2022

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Several Groups Aid Houseless Pet Owners, But They See a Need to Coordinate Efforts

by Multiple Reporters

March 14, 2022

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How Do Housing Trust Funds Work? Here Are Three Examples From Across The Country

Lessons in Boston, Denver and San Francisco

by Park Zebley

March 9, 2022

NEWS & ISSUES

Houseless Hotel: A ‘Housing First’ Solution for Those Without Homes

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by Mary Sanchez

January 27, 2022

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KC Leaving $2M Annually ‘On the Table’ by Not Taxing Airbnbs

Audit estimates there are more than 1,800 short-term rentals in Kansas City — the equivalent of two downtown convention hotels — that aren't feeding into the local tax base.

Mac Properties Unveils Big New Project Along the KC Streetcar

No Tax Incentives, No Affordable Housing, Limited Parking

Zero KC Wants to End Houselessness in Five Years But Will Require More Commitment from Leaders

Prior to the action plan, advocates and nonprofits working with houslessness communities received minimal support from the city. They hope to see this change.

To Attract More Developers, Kansas City Changes its Affordable Housing Ordinance — Again

According to KC’s new affordable housing ordinance, the median income for a four-person household is nearly six figures. Advocates say this is a problem.

Barney Allis Plaza Rebuild Proposal Includes Apartment Tower

$177.5 million plan includes 226 apartments

Developer Tackles Historic Building for $120M Affordable Housing Project

Focus on Energy Efficiency

KCATA Pursues Ambitious Mixed-Use Tower Downtown

Tower Properties Pushes Back on the Proposal

curiousKC | What Help Is There for Unhoused Pet Owners?

Several Groups Aid Houseless Pet Owners, But They See a Need to Coordinate Efforts

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How Do Housing Trust Funds Work? Here Are Three Examples From Across The Country

Lessons in Boston, Denver and San Francisco

Houseless Hotel: A ‘Housing First’ Solution for Those Without Homes

Checking in With Lotus Care House

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KC Leaving $2M Annually ‘On the Table’ by Not Taxing Airbnbs

Audit estimates there are more than 1,800 short-term rentals in Kansas City — the equivalent of two downtown convention hotels — that aren't feeding into the local tax base.

Mac Properties Unveils Big New Project Along the KC Streetcar

No Tax Incentives, No Affordable Housing, Limited Parking

Zero KC Wants to End Houselessness in Five Years But Will Require More Commitment from Leaders

Prior to the action plan, advocates and nonprofits working with houslessness communities received minimal support from the city. They hope to see this change.

To Attract More Developers, Kansas City Changes its Affordable Housing Ordinance — Again

According to KC’s new affordable housing ordinance, the median income for a four-person household is nearly six figures. Advocates say this is a problem.

Barney Allis Plaza Rebuild Proposal Includes Apartment Tower

$177.5 million plan includes 226 apartments

Developer Tackles Historic Building for $120M Affordable Housing Project

Focus on Energy Efficiency

KCATA Pursues Ambitious Mixed-Use Tower Downtown

Tower Properties Pushes Back on the Proposal

curiousKC | What Help Is There for Unhoused Pet Owners?

Several Groups Aid Houseless Pet Owners, But They See a Need to Coordinate Efforts

Funding for FlatlandProvided By

How Do Housing Trust Funds Work? Here Are Three Examples From Across The Country

Lessons in Boston, Denver and San Francisco

Houseless Hotel: A ‘Housing First’ Solution for Those Without Homes

Checking in With Lotus Care House

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