Oak Park Mall Proposes Rezoning for Performing Arts Center and Apartments

Kansas City, MO, August 10, 2026 —

Oak Park Mall, a prominent shopping destination in Kansas City, has formally submitted a rezoning request to the city. The proposed development, situated on mall property, includes plans for a new performing arts center and a residential apartment complex.

The rezoning application details a multi-faceted project aimed at diversifying the use of the mall’s existing footprint. While specific details regarding the size and scope of the performing arts venue and the number of apartment units were not immediately available, the submission marks a significant step in the mall’s potential transformation.

Mall representatives stated that the rezoning is a necessary procedural step to allow for the construction of these new facilities. The project is envisioned to create a more integrated community space, blending retail, entertainment, and residential living.

Further information regarding the timeline for review and potential construction, as well as the specific entities involved in the development, has not yet been released. The rezoning request will now proceed through the city’s established planning and zoning review process, which typically involves public hearings and assessments by various city departments.

The outcome of the rezoning request will be contingent upon review by the Kansas City Planning Commission and subsequent approval by the City Council. Community feedback is also anticipated as the proposal moves forward.

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