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Lawrence is poised for major expansion as planning commissioners review requests for over 300 new acres, including 177 west of K-10 and 137 near the airport—each with big development potential. Just last week, the city approved its largest annexation in 30 years for Beacon Landing, setting the stage for even bigger moves. One proposal from KU Endowment, near the airport and campus, doesn’t yet have a project attached but could unlock future rezoning. The airport land requires Douglas County approval due to its “island” status, while the K-10 land faces mixed-use plans—with one zone allowing unlimited density. Public input is welcome ahead of Monday’s critical vote, which, though advisory, will heavily influence how Lawrence grows and what kind of neighborhoods emerge next.

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