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Planning commission approves parking-lot expansion for Most Pure Heart of Mary

Topeka Planning Commission · March 16, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved a conditional-use amendment to expand an existing parking lot next to Most Pure Heart of Mary (CU26-01). Staff reported no neighborhood opposition at the information meeting; the church’s representative apologized for construction starting early and said the work is "fully at risk." A public commenter urged approval due to crowded Sunday services.

The Topeka Planning Commission approved a conditional-use permit amendment allowing the expansion of an existing parking lot at 1715 Southwest Stone Avenue adjacent to Most Pure Heart of Mary.

Planning staff summarized the request and recommended approval subject to conditions in the staff report. Staff said the parcel is zoned R1 (single-family) and that the…

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