Kansas City, MO: As we celebrate the opening of The Apartments and Townhomes at Sam Rodgers Place, we are excited about the positive impact this development brings to Kansas City. With a dedication to inclusivity, sustainability, and community wellness, this remarkable achievement is realized through the partnership between Brinshore Development, LLC, Affordable Housing of Kansas City, Inc. (HAKC), and MHDC showcasing the power of collaboration and inspiration among the community, private sector, and local government.
From Concept to Reality
Located at E 9th St. and Euclid Avenue, Sam Rodgers Place is designed to serve households across the income spectrum. This ambitious project is the 7th and final phase of the HUD Choice Neighborhood Initiative revitalization program providing 62 total units with 1-5-bedroom options, available as walkups, townhomes, and flats. Twenty-seven units hold a special place in the heart of this development giving leasing preference to former residents of the Chouteau Courts public housing development, assuring that those who have been a part of the community can continue to thrive here.
On behalf of architect Moody Nolan, Team Rosemann conducted site visits for the Propeller Building, a new 4,300-square-foot community space combining rehabilitation and new construction. Operated by the Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center, the facility includes offices, classrooms, event spaces, and a business center for small businesses, non-profits, and other groups. The Propeller Building promotes holistic wellness and connects to the Health Center via a community park, expanding services to residents of Sam Rodgers Place and the surrounding community. Its completion marks the successful conclusion of the Paseo Gateway Choice Neighborhoods program.
Lifestyle Offerings
Residents enjoy access to many wonderful amenities at Sam Rodgers Place including:
- In-unit washer and dryer
- Energy-efficient appliances
- On-site management
- Community lounge with kitchen
- On-site parking
- Fitness room
- Park and playground
- Indoor bike storage
- Landscaped green space
- Extensive sidewalks throughout
Sustainable Living Certification
Sam Rodgers Place achieved bronze certification through the National Green Building System rating system, showcasing a strong commitment to sustainability, while ensuring that the development is beneficial for its residents and kind to the environment.
Community and Wellness
One of the most distinguishing features of Sam Rodgers Place is its proximity to the Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center. Established in 1968 by Dr. Rodgers, the health center has served as a community cornerstone, delivering essential medical services to thousands. Dr. Rodgers envisioned a neighborhood where families have access to all necessary resources within their community. This new apartment complex brings his vision to life, ensuring that families can thrive with everything they need close at hand.
A Word from the Studio Director
Gabe Vogl, Studio Director at Rosemann & Associates, P.C.’s Kansas City office expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are excited about the completion of another choice for mixed-income housing in Kansas City. This is a unique opportunity combining housing and health to serve the needs of the families in our community.”
Collaborative Efforts
The successful realization of Sam Rodgers Place was the result of an extensive and collaborative effort by a diverse team of experts. Brinshore Development, LLC led the project as the owner, while Kansas City-based Rosemann & Associates, P.C. served as the architect of record and structural engineer and oversaw site visits for the Propeller Building. Design expertise was brought in by Moody Nolan, an Ohio-based firm. Local firm Taliaferro & Browne, Inc. handled civil engineering and surveying, with Vireo, also from Kansas City, contributing as the landscape architect. Econsultants provided environmental services, while Straub Construction Company, Inc. managed the general contracting. Custom Engineering, Inc. completed the team, serving as the MEP engineer.
The project’s success is a shared victory for the many organizations involved, including the Housing Authority of Kanas City, the City of Kansas City, the United Way of Greater Kansas City, and the Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center. Together, they have created a wonderful living space.