Department of Community Development

Welcome to the Department of Community Development. Our team is comprised of four divisions working together to ensure that Lenexa remains a top quality environment in which to build and develop. We are committed to providing the highest level of customer service and forming strong partnerships with those who choose to live, work, and do business in our city.

Browse our web pages to find information, forms, applications and more.

Tell us!
Do you see a code violation in your neighborhood? Do you have a comment or request for service? Use the online service request system to let us know.

Public improvement projects and private development
Visit the interactive Development Activities map to see the status of capital improvement projects as well as learn which applications for development are currently being reviewed by the City.

Unified Development Code
View the Unified Development Code (UDC), Title 4 of the City of Lenexa Municipal Code.

Flat Fee Permits
189 new single-family detached homes are being built in Lenexa under the program… only 11 remain! Ready to build in Lenexa? Single family home permits are available at a $500 flat fee. For more information on the permitting process, visit our Building Permits page.

Planning & Development Services Division recognized for work
Lenexa’s planners have been recognized by the Mid-America Regional Council for their work on the Lenexa Guidebook of Quality Community Development Strategies. The Guidebook contributes to the sustainable development and redevelopment of Lenexa and is a tool to educate citizens and developers on effective ways to implement sustainable practices. The guidebook addresses all seven characteristics of a sustainable place as outlined in the Mid-America Regional Council’s Creating Sustainable Places initiative and identifies benefits and challenges for each strategy and program.