Missouri House Bill 2385 on Section 8

Please support Missouri House Bill 2385: HB 2385 — LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINANCES FOR RENTAL PROPERTYSPONSOR: Keathley Next Action: House Hearing 1/30/2024 at 2:00 – Submit Testimony Currently, no county or city can regulate the amount of rent for certain residential or commercial rental property. This bill adds the provision that no county or city can prohibit landlords from refusing to …

Source of Income Ordinance Passes with Amendments

Kansas City Missouri introduced its Ordinance 231019 mid December 2023. Commonly called the Source of Income Ordinance, when discussed at a December City Council Meeting, was held over until January 25th. Below is the video of the discussion at the January 25th city council meeting. Kansas City Missouri’s Source of Income Ordinance #231019 Presented as the most restrictive in the …

Enhancing Low-Income Housing Accessibility in Kansas City, Missouri

In response to the challenges facing low-income tenants, particularly black women, in finding suitable housing in Kansas City, Missouri, this proposal suggests alternative strategies to the Source of Income (SOI) Ordinance. Our approach recognizes the unique barriers faced by low-income tenants and aims to create more inclusive and effective solutions. Special Report: Enhancing Low-Income Housing Accessibility in KCMO Prepared for …

2023 KC Metro Housing Provider Survey Results

Faced with questions from the Kansas City Missouri City Council on why the majority of housing providers do not accept Housing Vouchers, MAREI in conjunction with many of the housing groups across the city sent out a survey. Before conducting this survey, just from experience, we believe that the majority of the housing providers who do not accept housing vouchers …

Balanced Housing: A Visionary Approach to Inclusive Urban Development

Balanced Housing: An Overview In the dynamic landscape of urban development, the concept of Balanced Housing emerges as a beacon of hope and inclusivity. It’s an approach that transcends traditional notions of housing, aiming to cater holistically to the diverse and evolving needs of community members. In this post, we’ll delve into the depths of Balanced Housing, exploring how it’s …

Call to Action: Source of Income Ban in KCMO Ordinance #231019

Take action on Kansas City Missouri Ordinance #231019 the Source of Income Discrimination Ban

AGENDASpecial Committee for Legal Review Chairperson Quinton LucasVice Chair Melissa RobinsonCouncil Member Andrea Bough Agenda Agenda Packet Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 1:00 PM 26th Floor, Council Chamber414 E 12th Street, Kansas City, MissouriParking on Oak PUBLIC OBSERVANCE OF MEETINGSThe public can observe this meeting at the links provided below.Applicants and citizens wishing to participate have the option of attending in person …

KCMO #220276 RE: Tents & Loitering

Neighbors: Do you want tent encampments in your neighborhood, or in front of your business? With no sanitation or security, it is unsafe for everyone. Tell the Council TODAY! Click below to tell councilmembers to Vote NO on proposed ordinance #220276 when they meet on Wednesday, 4/20 during the KCMO Finance Committee at 10:30 am Ordinance #220276 is currently being discussed by …