KANSAS CITY, MO – Flaherty & Collins Properties and Port KC announced Monday, November 28, the ground breaking of Union | Berkley Riverfront Park, a mixed-use development along the Missouri River just blocks north of Downtown Kansas City. The ground breaking ceremony will be held Tuesday, November 29, at 10am local time at the site, located at 1298 E. Riverfront Road in Kansas City.
“We are excited to begin construction on this transformative property for Berkley Riverfront Park and Downtown Kansas City,” said Ryan Cronk, Vice President of Development for Flaherty & Collins Properties. “We believe this project, with quality housing that supports the growing Riverfront area, is another component that will continue to build on the thriving downtown of Kansas City. We have great partners with the Port KC team and can’t wait to showcase this project.”
Plans call for a $72-million mixed-use development consisting of 410 luxury apartments and 12,400 square feet of retail space. A secure parking garage featuring 400 parking spaces, to be used by residents and retail customers, will be housed on property.
“Union will be a place that truly epitomizes urban living, offering the most unique location in Kansas City – both near the energy and options of downtown and the relaxing atmosphere of Berkley Riverfront Park,” added Cronk.
Residents will enjoy features and amenities that include a 1st floor bar/coffee shop, high speed Wi-Fi throughout, and a state-of-the-art 1,600 square foot Fitness Center with yoga studio. Also included in fitness options is a Group Cycling Studio. Union will showcase a year-round, resort-style, heated saltwater pool with wet deck and hot tub, plus 35,000 total square feet of outdoor courtyard space with an Outdoor Living Room featuring fire pits, commercial grade grills and outdoor furniture. A pet-friendly community, Union features a 1,600 square foot private and elevated Bark Park with a Dog Park Express Course that includes a water station and waste area. The Bike Shop amenity features bike storage with repair tools, stands, TVs, post work-out relaxation area, ping pong, and beer tap.
And Union will offer residents and guests gorgeous, panoramic views of downtown and the riverfront park area. These amenities will support and activate the Berkley Riverfront Park space next to the Missouri River and meets the goals that Port KC had in mind when they identified the project.
“Port KC is very excited to have such tremendous partners in Flaherty & Collins Properties, building our first mixed-use development at Berkley Riverfront Park. Our partnership, from day one, has been focused to on fulfilling the vision of creating a vibrant new community along our waterfront,” said Michael Collins, President and CEO of Port KC.
Apartments will include LED lighting, with luxury wood-style flooring in kitchen, entry and living area. Kitchens feature oversized, flat slab cabinets with custom hardware. In addition, apartments will feature premium carpet in bedrooms, oversized energy efficient windows, front load, full size Energy Star rated washer and dryers, and quartz countertops, plus luxury features including Nest® thermostats, frameless shower doors and recessed/decorative patios or balconies. Union will also include three furnished guest suites.
Construction will occur over an 18-month period. Union expects to see first residents move-in mid-2018.