Municipal Farms Sustainable Reuse Plan
Information
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Size 441 acres
- Completion 2011
- Services Architecture
The Municipal Farm site is a historic and environmental landmark in Kansas City, but over the years neglect and possible contamination has left the site largely abandoned and environmentally damaged. Today, the site is home to a diverse array of conditions, including waterways, wetlands, wooded areas, dramatic topography and scattered development. This plan recognizes the opportunity to revitalize the city-owned property and the surrounding Eastwood Hills Neighborhood by creating an inspiring and achievable vision. This vision sets the stage for environmental restoration, research, innovation, development, and regional recreation opportunities.
Led by BNIM, the Sustainable Reuse Plan is a framework that will guide the future land use and development. The plan supports the people within the parameters of the site’s natural resource limits and without degrading the natural, social, cultural and economic environment for present and future generations. It synthesizes expert knowledge of natural systems and the built environment with a robust process of public engagement and collaboration.
Process
The vision is to create mutually beneficial relationships between this unique place and its surroundings that celebrate the site’s history, restore and enhance the natural environment, strengthen the economy, and create opportunities for learning and recreation. The team developed the plan document focusing on the:
– Vision and Guiding Principles
– Analysis of Recommendations
– Conceptual Land Use Plan
– Catalyst Projects
– The Plan Forward (Implementation)
People
Team
- Elise Hubbard
- Emily Lucas
- Stephen Hardy
- Zach Flanders
Client
City of Kansas City, Missouri
Awards
ASLA Central States
Merit Award
2012
