Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program

The City’s Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program enhances residential streets by replacing pavement, driveway approaches, sidewalks, storm sewers, and streetlights. These improvements extend the lifespan of streets, reducing the need for rebuilding or repaving for up to 50 years.

The impact of reconstruction varies by neighborhood and depends on other necessary infrastructure upgrades. Streets may be closed for weeks or months to complete the work. In some cases, street trees must be removed to accommodate infrastructure improvements, but they will be replaced. To keep residents informed, City staff meet in person with those affected, providing advance notice and details about the project. This work is funded through the Capital Improvements Program using sales tax revenues.

Learn more about the City’s current Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program projects below.

Project Manager

Andrew O’Connor
913-895-6016
andrew.oconnor@opkansas.org

2025 NSRP

As part of the 2025 Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Project, the City will upgrade streets in the Moody Hills and Southdale neighborhoods, replacing asphalt with concrete.

The project adds a four- to six-foot parkway between the curb and a new four-foot sidewalk, with LED post-top streetlights on one side. Crews are also improving stormwater drainage by installing new inlets and concrete pipes to better manage runoff.

This project is partially or fully funded by the OP Moves sales tax.

Community Engagement

The City of Overland Park held public meetings to discuss the 2025 ARPA Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Project on Dec. 9, 2024 and January 23, 2025.

Project Timeline

Construction will be completed in phases to minimize disruptions. Work began in February and will continue through October, ensuring steady progress toward improved infrastructure and community spaces.

Southdale Phases

Phase 1

Spring-early summer

Phase 2

Late spring-summer

Phase 3

Early summer-late summer

Moody Hills Phases

Phase 1

Spring-early summer

Phase 2

Late spring-summer

Phase 3

Early summer-late summer

Phase 4

Summer-early fall

FAQ

Where can I park during construction?

Most evenings, you’ll be able to park in your driveway. However, the contractor may occasionally close sections of the road to install improvements and allow new concrete to cure. When that happens, you’ll need to park on nearby streets.

The contractor can’t block residential driveways for more than 21 days. If you need to park on adjacent streets due to concrete pavement work, the contractor will provide transportation between 5 a.m. and midnight daily. Residents can also request rides outside of those hours. The contractor will shuttle you between your home and your parked car if roadwork prevents driveway access.

Will I always be able to use my driveway?

You won’t always be able to access your driveway during construction. When crews are working on the pavement, curb or driveway, you’ll need to park elsewhere while the concrete cures.

At certain times, traffic will flow in only one direction. During those periods, you’ll need to park on nearby side streets. When traffic isn’t restricted to one-way, you can park in front of your property outside the contractor’s working hours.

If you have a medical or other urgent need for driveway access, please let the City know.

The contractor will place a door hanger on your property at least 24 hours in advance to notify you when driveway access will be restricted.

What will my new driveway look like?

At a minimum, the City will replace your driveway with concrete pavement from the back of the curb to the right-of-way line. If crews need to remove more of your driveway to create a smooth transition to the new road, the City will extend the concrete replacement as needed.

The slope of your driveway may change to meet Americans with Disabilities Act requirements or updated road standards.

Is there an opportunity for the contractor to perform extra work, i.e. complete driveway replacement?

The contractor can complete extra work at the property owner’s request.

Homeowners may contact the contractor about extra work. VF Anderson superintendent Jon Thompson may be reached at 816-209-4753.

All extra work performed by the contractor will be between the property owner and the contractor.

Who will monitor the contractor during construction?

The City of Overland Park’s construction inspector will be on-site to monitor the contractor.

What will happen to my mail during construction?

You will not lose mail service during the construction.

How is my yard restored once construction is complete?

The contractor will sod any yards disturbed during construction once the project is complete.

What maintenance responsibility do I have?

The contractor will water and maintain the sod during installation. Once the installation is finished, the property owner will be responsible for sod care. City staff will send a letter with instructions on when to start watering the new sod and tips on how to care for it.

What does the City do for trees and shrubs that are removed as part of the project?

The City will replace any trees removed during the project with a two-inch caliper nursery stock tree and any shrubs with a five-gallon shrub. You will receive future updates from the City detailing how many trees and shrubs will be replaced on your property.

The City Forester selected tree varieties that thrive in this region. Construction plans will specify the species and location of replacement trees or proposed additional plantings. Property owners are welcome to discuss species and placement with the City as the final plans are developed.