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Commission approves rezoning, 10‑year special permit for event space at 14915 Metcalf Avenue
Summary
The Overland Park Planning Commission voted 8–0 to rezone a narrow Metcalf Avenue parcel to CP‑1 and grant a 10‑year special use permit for an indoor event/dance space and adjacent carry‑out kitchen, subject to stipulations intended to limit outdoor activity and address landscape and parking setbacks.
The Overland Park Planning Commission voted 8–0 to approve REZ2025‑6, rezoning a narrow, previously undeveloped parcel at 14915 Metcalf Avenue to CP‑1, and to grant a 10‑year special use permit (SUP2025‑514) for an indoor event space and dance studio.
Staff planner Mr. Nelson presented the application and recommended approval with stipulations A through O. He said the proposed building would be 3,888 square feet with 26 parking spaces and that staff supported a deviation from the 10‑ft parking setback because the lot is unusually narrow. "Due to the nature of the use and the narrowness of the lot, the parking does meet the general spirit and intent of the code," Nelson said.
Applicant David Castor, of Castor Architects, confirmed the owner had declined to relocate an existing access easement on the adjacent property, which limited options to move the building closer to Metcalf. Castor said the applicant anticipates a maximum of 69 seats in the event space and that the event activities would be indoors. "We can talk with [the adjacent owner] to see if they would allow us to landscape some of their property," Castor said.
Commissioners discussed landscaping and hours of operation. Commissioner Strauss said he was concerned about a 1 a.m. closing time for events near residential areas but noted the city noise ordinance and the ability to add a stipulation limiting hours if the applicant agreed. "If that's a concern, a stipulation could be added potentially to limit the hours if the applicant is in agreement," Nelson said.
Commissioner Streeter Schafer said the proposal is an appropriate use for the narrow site and supported the deviation criteria. After a brief public hearing with no speakers, Commissioner Strauss moved approval; the motion passed 8–0. Staff noted the City Council will consider the requests on April 6 at 7:30 p.m.
The approved stipulations include limiting outdoor events and preserving required landscaping where feasible. The application record indicates the applicant agreed to stipulations A–O.
What happens next: The item will go to City Council on April 6 for final consideration. Any changes to hours or outdoor activity would require amendment to the approved stipulations or additional review.
