Groundbreaking - Jazz District III at Iconic 18th & Vine

On Monday, May 5, Mayor Lucas was joined by community leaders, stakeholders, and supporters to celebrate the groundbreaking of Jazz District III—a transformative development located at the iconic southwest corner of 18th & Vine. This pivotal project will breathe new life into the historic Jazz District, blending cultural preservation with forward-looking investment and inclusive growth.

Jazz District III will feature the renovation of the legendary House of Hits building and the construction of two new mixed-use buildings that include over 10,000 square feet of street-level commercial space and 48 high-quality, mixed-income residential units. The project’s pedestrian-oriented design aims to support a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood experience for residents, visitors, and local businesses.

Backed by significant public and private investment, including $4 million in Central City Economic Development (CCED) sales tax funding, Jazz District III supports Kansas City’s vision for neighborhood revitalization. The development will revitalize blighted property, support local entrepreneurship, and enhance public infrastructure along 18th Street, Vine Street and The Paseo, ultimately establishing a dynamic new gateway into the District.