The Overland Park Planning Commission handled several routine but consequential agenda items on April 7 and recorded unanimous or near‑unanimous outcomes on the staff‑recommended actions. These items drew limited public comment and primarily required technical checks by staff.

Key actions and vote totals

- Capital Improvements Program (CIP) 2026–2030: Planning staff recommended the commission find the city manager’s proposed five‑year CIP in conformity with the Comprehensive Plan. The commission approved the finding 11‑0; the Council will consider the program in its budget review process.

- SUP renewals for golf course clubhouses: Two special use permit renewals authorizing the sale/service of alcoholic beverages at golf course facilities were approved without stipulations. Sykes Lady Golf Course’s renewal (SUP2025‑5) and Westlink Golf Club’s renewal (SUP2025‑6) each passed 9‑0; staff and police records indicated no reported liquor incidents since prior renewals.

- Bell tower special use permit: A 10‑year renewal for a bell tower structure was approved by vote (9‑0) after staff reported no enforcement concerns.

- Final development plan (design) at 81st & 135th area (DEV2025‑0008): Commissioners debated a proposed repainting of an existing brick veneer and ultimately approved the final plan 8‑1 with a condition. Staff had recommended denial because the UDO generally discourages painting original brick; commissioners who voted to approve required the applicant to use a breathable, industry‑standard stain or coating approved by city staff to avoid trapping moisture in the brick cavity and causing long‑term damage.

What this means: These routine approvals clear the way for city capital planning and maintain continuity of longstanding community amenities (golf course clubhouses and bell tower function). The final development plan decision underscores the commission’s interest in both design quality and long‑term building durability: the commission approved a change in material appearance but conditioned that approval on a breathable finish and staff sign‑off.