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Raytown aldermen approve Evergy substation expansion after neighborhood concerns
Summary
The Raytown Board of Aldermen voted 8-1 Jan. 21 to grant Evergy a conditional-use permit to build and expand a major utility substation in a low-density residential district after discussion about aesthetics and whether to waive a second reading.
The Raytown Board of Aldermen on Jan. 21 approved a conditional-use permit allowing Evergy to build and expand a major utility substation in a residential district, carrying the motion 8-1.
The hearing included questions about the projects appearance and community outreach. Alderman Walters said neighbors were chiefly concerned about aesthetics, noting existing substations "are pretty well hidden" and suggesting the city and Evergy consider additional screening, even low-lying thorny plantings. Chris Carey of PPP EnviroSolutions,…
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