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Rezoning near 71st and Metcalf could allow apartments
Council will vote on rezoning land near the northeast corner of 71st Street and Metcalf from a cluster-housing district to a garden-apartment district, opening the way for a multi-family residential development. The Planning Commission approved the change 10-0 on June 8, 2026, but a valid protest petition has since been filed by opponents.
Why it matters: A formal protest petition means nearby property owners have officially objected, which typically requires a larger council majority to approve the rezoning.
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