What is the Development Assistance Team?

Development Assistance Team (DAT) meetings are offered as an informal step in the land use application process to applicants and/or their representatives, potential developers and property owners. The meeting provides the opportunity to meet with City staff to discuss a development proposal before making a formal application submittal to the City.

The purpose of the meeting is to inform City staff about the proposal and for staff to explain the review process, offer the City’s perspective, and provide other necessary information to help potential developers make better informed decisions regarding development proposals.

The DAT is not a formal review body and the review by staff of DAT applications should be considered preliminary.

 Who is on the DAT Team?

The DAT is comprised of representatives from:

• City Planning and Development Divisions:
  • Plans Review
  • Development Management
  • Long-Range Planning
• Fire Department
• Water Services Department
• Public Works Department

When are DAT Meetings Held and How Do I Sign Up?

DAT meetings are held every other Thursday at either 10:00AM or 11:00AM.  Until further notice, all meetings will be held virtually. 

2024 DAT Schedule

Requests for DAT meetings must be submitted via the Compass KC portal.  Applications must be received by noon on the Thursday before the desired meeting date.  We will contact you with your scheduled meeting date and time once we receive your submission.  If you have any questions, please contact the DAT Lead at planning@kcmo.org.

*Meeting dates are available on a first come, first served basis.  Turnaround times for scheduling are dependent upon meeting demand.

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