Unified Development Ordinance Update Service

The City of Olathe, Kansas is seeking experienced professional firms to update its Unified Development Ordinance. The agency needs to modernize its zoning regulations to encourage a greater mix of housing types, support complete neighborhoods, and provide flexibility for infill development. Additionally, the project aims to revitalize commercial corridors through guidance on building form and placement, establish site design standards, and protect natural features. The selected contractor must audit the current ordinance in coordination with the agency's Technical Committee and deliver a report summarizing strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement compared to other municipalities. The scope of work includes research, analysis, stakeholder engagement, drafting text and graphics, and preparing the final document. The agency requires a user-friendly development ordinance featuring hyperlinks, tables, and supporting graphics to convey complex zoning concepts clearly. The project also requires updating the sign code and tree preservation standards to align with industry best practices and increase ease of use. Bidders must perform all work offsite and must be located onshore within the United States. The contract period will span one year, and the agency is currently looking for budget proposals to determine the cost. The agency will host a pre-bid meeting on June 16, 2026.