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Planning panel approves well-water exception for proposed lot, with hook‑up condition when city water is available
Summary
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to allow well water as the sole water supply for a proposed 6-acre residential lot on a ~77-acre property, citing an administrative condition that the lot must connect to public water if it becomes available; the advisory vote will be forwarded to the County Commission (Feb. 19).
On Feb. 3, 2026, the Clay County Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a well-water exception that would allow a new 6-acre residential lot on a roughly 77-acre parcel to use a private well as its sole water source. The advisory motion passed on a roll-call vote and will be forwarded to the Clay County Commission for final action on Feb. 19.
Staff presented the request under Land Development Code §151-8.9, which requires connection to an approved enclosed water-supply system for new residential development unless an exception is granted under unusual circumstances. Staff told the commission its initial recommendation was annexation into Excelsior Springs so the property could connect to city water; staff…
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