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Municipal Farm Redevelopment

Transforming 200 Acres into Kansas City’s Premier Agrihood

Just east of Arrowhead Stadium and easily accessed via I-435, Kansas City’s historic Municipal Farm is being reimagined as a next-generation agrihood—a community designed around working agriculture, health, and walkable living.

An agrihood is a neighborhood built around a working farm, where food, housing, and community life are deeply connected. This project blends regenerative agriculture, wellness infrastructure, and mixed-income housing to create a vibrant, future-ready model for urban development.

Background:

Originally envisioned in a 2014 Sustainable Reuse Plan approved by City Council, the Municipal Farm site has long held potential as a community anchor. That vision was reignited after the Foundation for Regeneration’s 2022 Discovery Report identified the site as a high-impact opportunity for equitable redevelopment.

In 2024, the City of Kansas City issued an RFP for redevelopment of the eastern 200 acres. The winning proposal—led by the Foundation for Regeneration and Community Builders of Kansas City—now forms the basis of a bold public-private partnership with transformative potential.

Project Highlights:

  • 200–400 new homes: A mix of affordable and market-rate options for families, seniors, and wellness-minded residents
  • 25-acre regenerative farm: Greenhouses and nutrient-dense crop production, supplying food to the local area
  • Main lodge with wellness amenities: Neighborhood clinic, gym, sauna, and pool
  • Regional trailhead: Connecting Brush Creek and Rock Island trails to Arrowhead and the Kansas City Plaza
  • Food hall + bodega market: Mixed-use space for dining, learning, and gathering
  • Light industry hubs: Value-added food processing and circular manufacturing tied to the local economy

Community Impact:

The Municipal Farm Agrihood directly responds to long-standing local challenges:

  • Food Access: Located in a USDA-designated food desert with minimal access to fresh produce
  • Walkability: Resident feedback and city studies highlight poor pedestrian and mobility infrastructure
  • Health Equity: Among the lowest life expectancy zones in Kansas City

This agrihood model tackles food, health, and housing inequities head-on—unlocking long-term value and delivering transformational impact for both residents and the region.