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Lake Quivira, Kansas
Lake Quivira is a small, established Johnson County community.
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Lake Quivira is a Johnson County, Kansas city. So far in 2026, 8 single-family homes sold through the MLS at a median of $1,097,500, about $340 per finished square foot. The median annual property tax on those homes was $11,698, an effective rate of 0.94% of the sale price.
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What’s new in Lake Quivira
What the city is approving, building and planning
Pulled from council and planning agendas, city news and local reporting, checked November 6, 2026. Older items move to our Update Archive.
Community
November 2026
Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting set for Nov. 28
The City of Lake Quivira will hold the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, Nov. 28, starting at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Clubhouse at 10 Crescent Blvd., rain or shine. The evening includes the Dickens Carolers and complimentary hot chocolate, and the mayor will give a holiday message and light the tree at 6 p.m.
New homes
September 2026
City tracks 31 active building permits, including four new homes
At the September 14, 2026 City Council meeting, the Building Official reported 31 active building permits in Lake Quivira. Four were for new home construction and eight were for remodels or additions; the rest covered other permit types.
Coming soon
November 2026
Zoning board and Planning Commission meet back-to-back Nov. 17
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. at City Hall to hear a variance application for a lakeshore home project, and the Planning Commission meets right after at 6:30 p.m. A second Board of Zoning Appeals date is set for December 8 and will be held only if applications come in.
Next door
August 2026
Mayor flags truck traffic from planned 100-acre Morse Township project
At the August 3, 2026 council meeting, the mayor reported that Morse Township has discussed developing 100 acres at Holliday Drive and Inland Drive. He raised concerns about truck traffic, and the township said trucks would travel eastbound. According to the minutes, it was still unclear whether a traffic study had been done and what permits or special use permit the project would need.
Road work
August 2026
Terrace Trail West curb wall nears completion with cost split
In August 2026, the city reported that weather had delayed work on the Terrace Trail West curb wall but that it should be finished soon. Quivira, Inc. agreed to split the $5,000 cost evenly with the city, so each side pays $2,500.
Roads
October 2026
Holliday Drive and Renner Road cleanup on October agenda
The City Administrator’s report for the October 5, 2026 council meeting listed right-of-way and perimeter cleanup along Holliday Drive and Renner Road, plus an emergency gate repair. Minutes from that meeting have not been posted yet, so details and costs are not public.
City hall
October 2026
Municipal court moving to second Tuesdays in 2027
Lake Quivira Municipal Court, held in the council chambers at City Hall, 10 Crescent Boulevard, currently meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. The City says the docket will move to the second Tuesday of the month starting in 2027, with arraignments at 5:30 p.m. The 2027 court docket dates were on the City Administrator’s report at the October 5, 2026 council meeting.
Rezoning
September 2026
Zoning rewrite about 75% complete
At the September 14, 2026 council meeting, the mayor reported that updates to the City’s zoning regulations are about 75% complete. The Planning Commission and City Attorney will review the proposed revisions before they go to the City Council for adoption, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
The lake
September 2026
Lake level monitoring system upgraded
The City’s lake level monitoring system has moved from a cellular data platform to a cloud-based platform, now monitored by Elements 360, a subsidiary of AEM/OneRain, according to a council report on September 14, 2026. An update to the contact list for the Water Level Detection System was on the October 5, 2026 council agenda.
Trash
October 2026
Trash and recycling contract extension on the agenda
The October 5, 2026 City Council agenda included a Fifth Amendment to the city’s residential solid waste and recycling service agreement with Waste Management, extending it through December 31, 2029. The administrator’s report on the same agenda covered an emergency gate repair and right-of-way cleanup along Holliday Drive and Renner Road. The vote result is not yet published because October minutes were not posted as of this check.
Your say
September 2026
Resident survey results posted
On September 14, 2026 the city posted results of a resident survey on zoning, setbacks, height and the permit process, which drew 306 responses (243 complete). About 90% rated maximum building height as important or very important, and 87% backed clearer coordination between City rules and Quivira, Inc. covenants. The findings feed the zoning and subdivision update, which the mayor said in September was about 75% complete and expected by year-end.
City rules
September 2026
Council adopts 2026 traffic and public offense codes
On September 14, 2026 the City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the 2026 Standard Traffic Ordinances for Kansas Cities and the 2026 Uniform Public Offense Code by reference, with local amendments.
The lake
Oct 2026
City seeks state help with lake siltation
On September 11, 2026, the City of Lake Quivira, with support from the Quivira, Inc. board, submitted a technical-assistance grant application to the Kansas Water Office to evaluate silt conditions, remediation options and costs. The request follows a $15,000 bathymetric study by Midwest Lake Management, approved by the Q Inc. board in February 2026, which found the depth at the dam had fallen 6 feet to 41 feet since 2016 and lake capacity had dropped about 5%. The study ranks the Horse Barn/East Side silt basin, fed by Tooley Creek, as the top priority. Award announcements are expected in early 2027.
Source: City of Lake Quivira – City Submits Technical Grant Application to Address Lake Siltation →
Your taxes
Sep 2026
Council adopts 2027 budget
At its September 14, 2026 meeting, the City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the 2027 budget and a resolution to levy a property tax rate above the revenue-neutral rate. The July budget presentation projected a 2027 mill rate of 27.451, down from 27.991 in 2026, against a revenue-neutral rate of 25.483 mills. The council also approved buying a used police vehicle from the Kansas Highway Patrol for up to $45,000.
Source: City of Lake Quivira – Minutes, September 14, 2026 and July 6, 2026 City Council meetings →
Historical property tax
Lake Quivira property taxes: 10 years of real bills
The typical Lake Quivira home that sold in 2026 (year to date) carried an annual property tax bill of about $11,698, or 0.94% of its sale price. In 2017 it was $6,139 (1.13%). Appraisals tend to rise faster than anyone budgets for, so check the actual bill on any home you like.
10 years of real tax bills
Median property tax on Lake Quivira homes that sold, 2017–2026
What buyers actually inherited: the full annual tax bill (city, county, school and all other levies) on single-family homes sold each year. Effective rate = tax ÷ sale price.
See the numbers
| Year sold | Median annual tax | Median sale price | Effective rate | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $6,139 | $535,000 | 1.13% | 15 |
| 2018 | $6,698 | $512,250 | 1.24% | 26 |
| 2019 | $5,762 | $470,000 | 1.22% | 17 |
| 2020 | $7,354 | $725,000 | 1.13% | 13 |
| 2021 | $6,144 | $610,000 | 1.07% | 7 |
| 2022 | $7,134 | $919,500 | 0.85% | 14 |
| 2023 | $7,173 | $962,500 | 0.71% | 18 |
| 2024 | $8,539 | $975,000 | 0.93% | 13 |
| 2025 | $10,864 | $1,248,636 | 0.86% | 13 |
| 2026 | $11,698 | $1,097,500 | 0.94% | 8 |
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales, DataMaster export of October 15, 2026, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. Tax figures are as reported in MLS at sale and may reflect the prior tax year; bills under $300 (land-only or missing) are left out. Not a tax quote.
10-year lookback
Price per square foot, subdivision by subdivision
Median sale price per finished square foot for single-family homes in each Lake Quivira subdivision, by year sold. Darker gold means pricier per foot. Scroll sideways on a phone.
| Subdivision | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Quivira149 sales | $180 | $168 | $175 | $194 | $195 | $262 | $321 | $339 | $332 | $340 | +89%2017–26 |
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales, DataMaster export of October 15, 2026, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. A year is shown only when at least two homes sold; subdivisions with fewer than 8 sales in these years are left out. Small neighborhoods can swing a lot year to year. Methodology.
Living in Lake Quivira
Lake Quivira at a closer look
About Lake Quivira
Lake Quivira is a small residential community in northeast Johnson County, part of the close-in, established side of the county near Kansas City. Homes here rarely come up often, so working with a team that watches the area closely helps.
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales in Lake Quivira, KS, 2016 through 2026 year to date, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. 2016 and 2026 are partial years. Tax is the total annual tax reported at sale (it may reflect the prior tax year; new construction can show land-only tax). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; not a tax quote.
City rules
Can I do that in Lake Quivira?
Inside the gate, building rules come from both the City and Quivira, Inc., the homes association, and each card says which one applies. Confirm with City Hall and the Quivira, Inc. review board before you build.
Fences
Fences need a City building permit and inspection plus review by the Quivira, Inc. Restrictions Committee/Architectural Review Board (RC/ARB). Under Quivira, Inc. Residential Construction Rules Section I.A.13, fences may be no taller than 6 feet, must be wood, wrought iron, steel or aluminum with posts on the inside, and may not be built in the required front-yard setback; chain link is allowed only in limited cases.
Source: cityoflakequivira.org (Quivira, Inc. Residential Construction Rules) →
Sheds and accessory buildings
Outbuildings need a City building permit, Planning Commission review and RC/ARB review, per the City's project review guidelines. Quivira, Inc. rules (Sections I.A.11 and VI.B) require written RC/ARB approval for any detached structure, including sheds, golf cart sheds, gazebos and greenhouses, and say tool sheds are not permitted unless architecturally compatible with the house and screened from the street and neighbors.
Pools
Quivira, Inc. Residential Construction Rules Section VI.A state that above-ground or above-grade swimming pools are not permitted. Plans for in-ground pools, pool fencing and screening must be approved by the RC/ARB before construction, and pool equipment must be screened.
Source: cityoflakequivira.org (Quivira, Inc. Residential Construction Rules) →
Docks and seawalls
Dock replacement, major dock deck repairs and seawall replacement do not need a City building permit but do need RC/ARB and Quivira, Inc. Lake & Residential Committee approval; dock electrical work needs a City permit and inspection. Under the City's zoning regulations (Section Five, 8.D), boats may be parked on or beside a dock, but boats and other vehicles may not be stored in the open elsewhere for more than 48 hours unless the area is designated for it.
Trash and recycling
The City contracts with Waste Management for Wednesday curbside pickup; carts go out by 6 a.m. and pickup slides one day in a holiday week. Recycling takes plastic bottles, cans and flattened paper and cardboard, but not glass, which goes in the purple bins near the picnic ground; extra bags need City overflow stickers ($6.25 for five). Yard waste goes in the community dumpsters below the dam, and items left outside the dumpsters carry a $500 fine.
Dogs
City Ordinance 311, Section 2.B requires every dog six months or older to be registered with the City each year, with a current rabies certificate on file. Registration runs March 1 through April 30, with late fees starting May 1; the fee is $15 for one dog.
Backyard chickens
Yes, with a city license. Ordinance No. 315 (2021) allows up to six chickens per household and no roosters. The Building Official reviews each application; licenses run through December 31 and renewals are due by December 1. Setback and coop rules are in the ordinance.
Home businesses
City zoning defines a home occupation as a service-type business run by a resident that stays clearly secondary to the home's use as a residence. Separately, Quivira, Inc. construction rules bar signs and advertising on any lot without written RC/ARB permission. Ask City Hall, 913-631-5300, before you hang out a shingle.
Fireworks
No. Lake Quivira's city code (Sec. 7-302) makes it unlawful to sell, possess, store or set off fireworks in the city; the only exception is a public display permitted by the Fire Chief. The upside: the city puts on its own Independence Day show over the lake at dusk, so you get the view without the cleanup.
Building permits
Most construction projects, including renovations, additions and new homes, need a city building permit applied for online through the CitizenServe portal (choose Lake Quivira, not Shawnee) before work starts. The City of Shawnee reviews plans and does inspections under contract, some projects require a refundable performance bond, and every contractor, including a homeowner acting as general contractor, must hold a current Johnson County contractor license.
Construction hours
City rules allow construction Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with no construction on Sundays or holidays. Construction trucks are limited to 40,000 pounds gross weight on two axles and 51,500 pounds on three or more, and ready-mix loads are capped at 6 cubic yards.
RV, boat and trailer parking
Under Section Five, paragraph 8(D) of the city zoning regulations, RVs, trailers, campers, boats, boat trailers, trucks and inoperable vehicles cannot be stored or parked in the open for more than 48 consecutive hours unless the Governing Body has designated the area. Boats may be kept on top of a dock or in the water around a dock, and the Yachting Center is also a designated area.
Tree removal
The city does not require a permit to remove a tree on your lot. Under Quivira Inc. association construction rules (Section VII), you need approval from the association review committee (RC/ARB) before removing any live tree 8 inches or more in diameter, and association approval is required for removing trees at dock sites or as part of demolition or construction.
Solar panels
Quivira Inc. association construction rules (Section VI, paragraph C) say all solar installations must be approved by the association review committee (RC/ARB) before they go up. Check with City Hall at 913-631-5300 about any electrical permit the work needs.
Satellite dishes and antennas
Under Section Five, paragraph 8(B) of the city zoning regulations, satellite dishes can be no larger than 18 inches, a dish on the front of the house or visible from the road needs a special use permit first, and antenna towers need a special use permit. Quivira Inc. association rules separately require review committee approval for every dish and do not allow one where it can be seen from the street.
Roof replacement
The city does not require a permit to replace a roof, but the work must still meet the 2018 International Residential Code, including ice and water shield. Quivira Inc. association rules require review committee approval if you change roofing material, and gravel or tar roofs are not allowed.
Additions, height and lot coverage
In the R-1 district, homes can be no taller than 35 feet above finished grade (36.5 feet above the original grade), and structures can cover no more than 30 percent of the lot, with stricter limits of 25 percent in R-2 and 20 percent in R-3 and R-4 (Section Six, city zoning regulations). R-1 setbacks are 40 feet in front and 25 feet in back, and the two side yards together must total at least 25 percent of the lot width with at least 7 feet on each side.
Sewer and septic
Section Five, paragraph 8(A) of the city zoning regulations requires every home to connect to public sewer and water, and no residence may have any type of septic system. Before a teardown, you need sewer and water permits from the utility providers, and Johnson County Wastewater handles the sewer disconnect permit.
Demolition and teardowns
Tearing down a house needs a city demolition permit, which the city FAQ lists at $500 plus a $5,000 performance bond, and also needs Planning Commission and Quivira Inc. association review. Notify all utilities before demolition, and confirm the current fee with City Hall at 913-631-5300.
Generators
Installing a standby generator requires a City building permit and inspection; Quivira, Inc. architectural review is not listed as required for generators. Apply through the city’s CitizenServe portal before work starts.
Retaining walls
Adding, reconfiguring or changing the material of a retaining wall needs both a City permit and Quivira, Inc. review; tuck-pointing does not. The zoning regulations (Section Four, definition 80) require engineer-sealed drainage plans with retaining walls.
Driveways
Changing a driveway’s material, grade or coverage requires a City permit and inspection plus Quivira, Inc. review; replacing it with no change needs neither. Driveway coverage counts toward lot coverage, which is capped by zoning district (for example, 30% in R-1).
Yard waste
The city provides yard-waste dumpsters below the dam next to the picnic area for grass, garden, tree and shrub clippings only; no plastic bags, pots or metal, and nothing may be left outside the dumpsters. Violations carry a $500 fine.
Construction truck weight limits
Two-axle trucks may not exceed 40,000 lbs gross and trucks with three or more axles may not exceed 51,500 lbs gross; ready-mix concrete loads are limited to 6 cubic yards.
Outdoor storage of building materials
Building materials, construction debris and construction equipment may not be kept or stored in the open (Zoning Regulations, Section Five, 8.C).
Erosion control
Erosion and sediment control measures are required for any building, landscaping or other construction activity, and permits for new homes or additions must include an erosion and sediment control plan. Sites need a temporary rock or gravel access path, and the city may act if problems are not fixed within 48 hours of notice (Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, Sec. TEN.11).
Setbacks and lot size
Front setbacks are 40 feet in R-1 to R-3 and 50 feet in R-4. Rear setbacks are 25 to 30 feet, and combined side yards must total at least 25% of lot width. Minimum lots run from 12,000 sq ft (R-1) to 43,560 sq ft (R-4), and accessory structures may not sit in any setback (Sec. SIX.1-4, TEN.5).
Decks and patios
New decks and exterior hardscaping (patios, walkways, stairways) need a city building permit, inspections, Planning Commission review and Quivira, Inc. RC/ARB approval. Minor repairs to existing decks, docks and seawalls are exempt.
Garages
Each single-family home must have at least a two-car garage (Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, Sec. TEN.6).
Short-term rentals
The 2019 zoning regulations do not address short-term rentals by name, but they list tourist homes as a prohibited home occupation (Sec. TEN.10.F.5). Ask the City Clerk and Quivira, Inc. before renting a home short term.
Construction performance bonds
Some building projects require a performance bond in addition to the permit fee. The bond is refunded if there is no damage to surrounding property, no excessive failed inspections, no ordinance violations and no permit fee overages; the applicant signs a notarized financial affidavit (free through the City Clerk).
Signs
Under Section Twelve of the city’s Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, no land, building or structure may be used for signs except as the regulations allow, and signs that existed before the rules took effect can’t be enlarged, moved, lit or rebuilt. Only government signs are listed as exempt, and any sign within 3 feet of a driveway or in a parking area must keep its lowest edge at least 10 feet above the curb.
Open burning
Leaf burning is banned April 1 through Oct. 31 and from sunset to sunrise year-round, and construction waste may never be burned. Any fire must be at least 30 feet from a home or vehicle, attended by an adult with water on hand, and not lit when winds top 15 mph; cooking fires up to 4 feet across, chimineas, grills and outdoor fireplaces are exempt (City Code 7-205). (From the city code draft posted online; confirm with City Hall.)
Lawn and weed height
Weeds and grasses taller than 12 inches on residential property are presumed a violation (City Code 8-302). After written notice, owners have 10 days to cut them, or the City may abate and bill the owner, with unpaid costs added to the property tax bill as a special assessment (8-303, 8-304). (From the city code draft posted online; confirm with City Hall.)
Inoperable vehicles
Keeping an unregistered, wrecked, dismantled or inoperable vehicle on private property is a nuisance; a vehicle with no current plate or sitting on blocks or jacks is presumed inoperable (City Code 8-203). Vehicles kept inside a garage or other building, or stored 30 consecutive days or less, are exempt. (From the city code draft posted online; confirm with City Hall.)
Boats and invasive species
Aquatic plants and invasive animals must be removed before a boat, trailer or equipment enters a road or is launched, and boats leaving city waters must empty livewells and bilges and pull drain plugs; outside boats must complete a two-week quarantine before entering city waters. Fines start at $1,000 per offense (Code Sec. 11-303, 11-304). (From the posted unofficial draft city code; confirm with City Hall.)
Snow and ice
Owners or occupants must clear snow and ice from abutting sidewalks within 12 hours after a storm ends (or 12 hours after sunrise for overnight snow), and snow from private property may not be pushed onto a public street or sidewalk. The fine is $25, and the city may clear the walk and bill the property (Code Sec. 13-401 to 13-404). (From the posted unofficial draft city code; confirm with City Hall.)
Door-to-door solicitors
Door-to-door solicitors, canvassers and peddlers need a license from the City Clerk and may solicit only between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Sellers of their own farm products and nonprofit or charitable groups approved by the Council are exempt from the fee (Code Sec. 5-202, 5-207). (From the posted unofficial draft city code; confirm with City Hall.)
Exotic animals
Keeping poisonous reptiles or dangerous wild animals is prohibited. The code lists 28 categories, including big cats, bears, wolves, coyotes, raccoons, skunks, deer, constrictor snakes six feet or longer and crocodilians 30 inches or longer (Code Sec. 2-501). (From the posted unofficial draft city code; confirm with City Hall.)
Deer bow hunting
Bow hunting for deer requires a city permit approved by the Governing Body, plus a Kansas deer license and tag; parcels under two acres are excluded, stands must be at least 10 feet high facing the property interior, and arrows may not land within 50 yards of a property line (Code 2-401). Violations carry fines (Code 2-403).
Barking and pet noise
Keeping a pet whose loud, excessive barking, howling, yelping, screeching or fighting disturbs the public is prohibited; a first offense brings a written warning, a second a penalty up to $250, and a third or later at least $250 (Code 2-115). Cats and dogs over six months old must have a current rabies vaccination (Code 2-106).
Air conditioners and equipment
Air conditioning units count as accessory structures and may not be placed in the required front, side or rear yard setbacks, and detached accessory structures must be at least 5 feet from any other structure on the lot (Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, Section Ten, para. 5). Replacing a furnace or A/C in the same location with no venting, plumbing or wiring changes needs no permit; any change needs a City permit.
Hot tubs and water features
Pools, hot tubs, ponds and water features are reviewed for location, fencing and screening during architectural approval (Section Seven, para. 11.I.3.f), may not sit in required setbacks (Section Ten, para. 5), and a deck allowed in a front yard may not include a hot tub (Section Ten, para. 5.A).
Sidewalks
The owner of the abutting property must keep the sidewalk in repair, and the city may make repairs after five days’ notice and bill the cost to the property. Building or repairing a sidewalk requires approved plans and a permit from the city clerk, and steps, stored items or other obstructions on a sidewalk are not allowed (City Code Sec. 13-101, 13-108, 13-110). (From the city’s online code, labeled a draft; confirm with City Hall.)
Storm drains and runoff
Nothing but stormwater may go into storm drains or surface waters, including the lake: no motor oil, paint, gathered yard waste, pet waste, or chlorinated pool water or filter backwash. Dechlorinated pool water, lawn irrigation, A/C condensate and home car washing are allowed, and fertilizers and pesticides must be used per label (City Code Sec. 15-203). (From the city’s online code, labeled a draft; confirm with City Hall.)
Moving in
Lake Quivira utility providers
Who to call to turn things on. Providers can vary by address, so confirm before closing.
Waste Management
Contracted by the City for Wednesday curbside trash and recycling; report missed pickups to the City Clerk at 913-631-5300 ext. 3.
AT&T or Spectrum
The City lists AT&T (855-341-4159) and Spectrum (800-892-4357) as communications providers; check service at a specific address.
Checked October 24, 2026. Sources listed at the bottom of this section group.
Local guide
Where to eat, shop and see a doctor
Named places in and near Lake Quivira. Hours and ownership change, so call ahead. (Nobody paid to be on this list; we just like to eat.)
Where to eat
- Tiki Taco (Shawnee) — Cal-Mex taco shop that opened in October 2025 at 11200 Johnson Drive in downtown Shawnee, with a covered patio for up to 60.
- Hank's Garage (Shawnee) — Burger restaurant in downtown Shawnee.
- Pegah's (Shawnee) — Breakfast restaurant in downtown Shawnee.
- Old Shawnee Pizza (Shawnee) — Pizza restaurant in downtown Shawnee.
- Flying Cow Gelato (Shawnee) — Gelato shop on Johnson Drive next to Tiki Taco in downtown Shawnee.
Where to shop
- Moon Marble Company (Bonner Springs) — Marble maker and toy store at 600 E. Front St. that has offered marble-making demonstrations since opening in 1997; named one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Commerce.
- CST Sweets (Bonner Springs) — Downtown shop selling handmade chocolates, toffees, brittles and ice cream.
- Legends Outlets Kansas City (Kansas City, Kan.) — Kansas's only outlet center, with more than 100 stores, restaurants and entertainment venues at I-70 and I-435; Tanger bought it in 2025 for about $130 million.
- Lake Quivira Fuel Station (Lake Quivira) — City-owned, unmanned gas station outside the front gate on Holliday Drive, open 24/7 with regular, premium and ethanol-free gasoline.
Where to see a doctor
- The University of Kansas Health System KU MedWest (Shawnee) — Outpatient campus at 7405 Renner Road with urgent care, family medicine, pediatrics, imaging, orthopedics and a walk-in lab.
- AdventHealth Shawnee Mission (Merriam) — Full-service hospital at 9100 W. 74th St. with a 24/7 emergency department.
Living in Lake Quivira
Lake Quivira history, jobs and parks
A little history
Developer Charles Gault began pursuing a spring-fed recreational lake here in 1922, and his Quivira Development Company started building the dam in fall 1927; it was finished in June 1929, months before the stock market crash. Nine golf holes and Crescent Beach opened in 1930 and the full 18-hole course in 1931. Residents formed the homes association now known as Quivira, Inc. in 1941, and the community became a gated, private community in 1966. When Shawnee moved to annex parts of the area in early 1971, residents petitioned to incorporate, and the Johnson County Board of Commissioners approved Lake Quivira as a third-class city on July 12, 1971, with Lewis “Bud” Heaven as first mayor. The city straddles the Johnson-Wyandotte county line, an arrangement the two counties had to make an exception for.
Where people work
Lake Quivira is almost entirely residential, about 396 single-family homes around a 224-acre lake, so jobs inside city limits are limited to the City of Lake Quivira (police, administration, municipal court and the fuel station) and Quivira, Inc., which runs the country club, golf course, community and fitness center, front-gate security and grounds. The biggest recent public investment is the city's roughly $3 million rebuild of the nearly 100-year-old dam spillway, completed in 2024. In 2026, the mayor reported talks with Morse Township about a proposed 100-acre development at Holliday Drive and Inland Drive; questions about truck traffic and permitting were still open.
Parks & outdoors
- Shawnee Mission Park (Shawnee) — 1,600-acre Johnson County park at 7900 Renner Road with a 120-acre lake, marina, swim beach, Theatre in the Park and a 53-acre off-leash dog area.
- Wyandotte County Lake Park (Kansas City, Kan.) — 1,500-acre park at 91st Street and Leavenworth Road with a 400-acre lake for fishing and boating and more than eight miles of hiking and bridle trails.
- Wyandotte County Park (Bonner Springs) — 325-acre park at State Avenue and 126th Street with an 18-hole disc golf course, a skate park, a historical museum and an all-abilities playground.
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Sales tax
How Lake Quivira’s sales tax compares
Lake Quivira’s combined state, county and city sales tax is 7.975% inside city limits, and 1.475% on groceries (Kansas dropped its state tax on food in 2025, so only local tax is left on groceries). Here is how that stacks up against nearby cities, lowest to highest. Same sandwich, different zip code, different receipt. Part of Lake Quivira sits in Wyandotte County (7.5%), where the rate is different.
| City | County | Sales tax | Groceries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Quivira (no city sales tax) | Johnson | 7.975% | 1.475% |
| Bucyrus (no city sales tax) | Miami | 8.0% | 1.5% |
| Easton | Leavenworth | 8.5% | 2.0% |
| Fontana | Miami | 8.5% | 2.0% |
| Linwood | Leavenworth | 8.5% | 2.0% |
| Mission Woods | Johnson | 8.975% | 2.475% |
| Prairie Village | Johnson | 8.975% | 2.475% |
| Westwood Hills | Johnson | 8.975% | 2.475% |
| Basehor | Leavenworth | 9.0% | 2.5% |
| Leawood | Johnson | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Kansas City | Wyandotte | 9.125% | 2.625% |
| Mission Hills | Johnson | 9.225% | 2.725% |
| Baldwin City | Douglas | 9.25% | 2.75% |
| Bonner Springs | Wyandotte | 9.25% | 2.75% |
| Paola | Miami | 9.25% | 2.75% |
| Tonganoxie | Leavenworth | 9.25% | 2.75% |
| Lawrence | Douglas | 9.35% | 2.85% |
| Lenexa | Johnson | 9.35% | 2.85% |
| Overland Park | Johnson | 9.35% | 2.85% |
| Lansing | Leavenworth | 9.4% | 2.9% |
| Gardner | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Merriam | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Olathe | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Roeland Park | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Spring Hill | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Westwood | Johnson | 9.475% | 2.975% |
| Eudora | Douglas | 9.5% | 3.0% |
| Leavenworth | Leavenworth | 9.5% | 3.0% |
| Lecompton | Douglas | 9.5% | 3.0% |
| Louisburg | Miami | 9.5% | 3.0% |
| Shawnee | Johnson | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| De Soto | Johnson | 9.725% | 3.225% |
| Mission | Johnson | 9.725% | 3.225% |
| Osawatomie | Miami | 9.75% | 3.25% |
| Edgerton | Johnson | 9.975% | 3.475% |
| Fairway | Johnson | 9.975% | 3.475% |
| Edwardsville | Wyandotte | 10.0% | 3.5% |
Source: Kansas Department of Revenue city rate file, October 2026. Homes outside city limits pay the county rate instead. Rates can differ by address, so check the KDOR address lookup before you budget. This is sales tax; property tax is in the tax history above.
Lake Quivira FAQ
Lake Quivira, KS: the questions people ask most
Where is Lake Quivira, Kansas?
Lake Quivira is a small city in Johnson County in the Kansas City metro.
Can The Shopper Team alert me to Lake Quivira listings?
Yes — because homes here turn over infrequently, The Shopper Team can set up alerts so you hear as soon as one comes available.
Is Lake Quivira a private lake?
Yes. Lake Quivira has been a gated, private community since 1966, and the lake and golf course have been reserved for members since about 1950. The lake, country club and front-gate security are run by the homes association, Quivira, Inc.
What county is Lake Quivira in?
Both. The city straddles the Johnson County-Wyandotte County line, which runs across the northern end of the lake. Most homes are in Johnson County, while the clubhouse, golf course and the fuel station outside the gate are in Wyandotte County.
What school district serves Lake Quivira?
Homes on the Johnson County side are in the Shawnee Mission School District (USD 512), and homes on the Wyandotte County side are in Turner USD 202, according to current U.S. Census Bureau school-district boundaries. Confirm the district for a specific address with the district.
What is the population of Lake Quivira?
The 2020 census counted 1,014 residents, up from 906 in 2010. The city describes itself as about 396 single-family homes around a 224-acre, spring-fed lake.
Who provides police and fire service in Lake Quivira?
The city has its own police department, which patrols both public and private roads inside the gate. Fire and emergency medical response has been contracted to the Shawnee Fire Department since January 1, 2018.
Do home projects in Lake Quivira need City approval, Quivira, Inc. approval or both?
It depends on the project. The City issues building permits and checks structural and code compliance, while Quivira, Inc.’s review committee checks appearance and impact on surroundings. New decks, fences, patios, and driveway or retaining-wall changes need both; generators need only a City permit; painting, like-for-like windows and minor landscaping need neither. The city’s Home Improvement Project Review Guidelines list each project type.
Do contractors need a license to work in Lake Quivira?
Yes. Contractors must hold a current Johnson County contractor license, and a homeowner acting as general contractor needs one too. No separate city business license is required. Some projects also require a refundable performance bond on top of the permit fee.
Is there a gas station in Lake Quivira?
Yes. The city owns and runs an unmanned fuel station outside the front gate on Holliday Drive, open 24/7. It sells regular, premium and ethanol-free gasoline and takes debit and credit cards, and its income helps fund city operations.
Where is the Lake Quivira Municipal Court, and how do I pay a ticket?
Municipal court is held in the council chambers at City Hall, 10 Crescent Boulevard, on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.; the City says it will move to the second Tuesday starting in 2027. If your citation lists a fine and you plead guilty or no contest, you can pay before your court date online by credit card (2.5% processing fee) or by check in person, by mail or in the night deposit box at City Hall. The court line is 913-631-5300, ext. 3.
When does the Lake Quivira City Council meet?
City Council meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 10 Crescent Blvd., usually on the first Monday of the month. Fall 2026 meetings were scheduled for August 3, September 14, October 5 and November 2, and the next meeting on the City calendar is Monday, December 7, 2026. Agendas and minutes are posted on the City’s Council Meetings page.
Does Lake Quivira offer large-item trash pickup?
Yes, the City schedules large-item pickup events. In 2026, Large Item Pickup and a shred event were held on Saturday, October 24, with shredding from 9 a.m. to noon in the Community Center parking lot. Residential trash and recycling service is provided under the City’s agreement with Waste Management.
What is the sales tax rate in Lake Quivira?
7.975% inside city limits as of October 2026 (state and Johnson County; Lake Quivira has no city sales tax), and 1.475% on groceries (local tax only; Kansas dropped its state sales tax on food on Jan. 1, 2025). Part of the city is in Wyandotte County, where it is 7.5%. Nearby, rates run from 7.975% in Lake Quivira to 10.0% in Edwardsville. Rates can differ by address. Look up any address with the Kansas Department of Revenue rate locator. Source: Kansas Department of Revenue, October 2026.
Where do Lake Quivira residents vote?
It depends on which county your home is in. Johnson County voters in Lake Quivira vote at City Hall, 10 Crescent Blvd. Wyandotte County voters have a separate polling place listed on the city’s Elections page and at wycovotes.org. Kansas voters need a photo ID.
How deep is Lake Quivira?
A 2026 mapping study by Midwest Lake Management measured a depth of about 41 feet at the dam and an average depth of 16.5 feet. That is down from 47 feet at the dam and 16.9 feet on average in 2016, due to silt buildup.
Who picks up trash in Lake Quivira?
Residential trash and recycling service is provided by Waste Management under a contract with the City. In October 2026 the City Council considered an amendment that would extend that agreement through December 31, 2029.
Where can I read the Lake Quivira city code?
The City does not post an official Code of Ordinances online. An unofficial draft of the code (Draft 2, uploaded August 30, 2022) can be viewed at lakequiviraks.citycode.net, but it may not reflect current law. For official text, contact the City Clerk at 913-631-5300, ext. 1005, or file an Open Records Request through the City’s website.
What is the speed limit inside Lake Quivira?
The speed limit on community roads is 20 mph. The guard house hands drivers and visitors flyers on community rules, and police have increased traffic enforcement on Holliday Drive.
Is the Lake Quivira dam inspected?
Yes. The State of Kansas classifies the dam as Class C high hazard, which requires an inspection every three years. The next inspection is due by April 2027, and in August 2026 the City Council hired the State of Kansas to do it.
Did Lake Quivira set its 2027 property tax rate above the revenue neutral rate?
Yes. At its September 14, 2026 meeting, the City Council held a revenue neutral rate hearing and voted 4-0 to approve a resolution levying a property tax that exceeds the revenue neutral rate, then adopted the 2027 budget.
Where is Lake Quivira City Hall?
City offices are at 10 Crescent Blvd., Lake Quivira, KS 66217. The City Clerk can be reached at 913-631-5300, ext. 1005, including for copies of the Code of Ordinances or open records requests.
Which home projects in Lake Quivira don’t need a permit?
Under the city’s project review guidelines, like-for-like window and door replacement, interior or exterior repainting, flooring without structural work, reroofing or siding with no change in material, driveway replacement with no change in material or grade, and minor landscaping need no permit or review. When in doubt, call City Building & Codes at 913-631-5300.
Who does building inspections in Lake Quivira?
Lake Quivira’s Building Official reviews permit applications first, then the City of Shawnee does the final plan review and inspections under contract. Applications go through the CitizenServe portal (select Lake Quivira, not Shawnee).
How far ahead must plans be submitted for Planning Commission or Quivira, Inc. review?
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meet monthly, with submissions due two to four weeks ahead. Quivira, Inc.’s RC/ARB also meets monthly, with submissions due two weeks before the meeting.
Is Lake Quivira getting shallower?
Yes. A 2026 bathymetric study found the lake is 41 feet deep at the dam, 6 feet less than in 2016, with an average depth of 16.5 feet compared with 16.9 feet in 2016. Silt has taken about 5% of the lake’s capacity, mostly carried in by Tooley Creek. In September 2026 the City applied to the Kansas Water Office for technical help, and a decision is expected in early 2027.
Who is evaluating dredging at Lake Quivira?
The City and Quivira, Inc. are working on it together through a Dredging Subcommittee drawn from Q Inc.’s Lake & Residential Committee and the Fishing Club. The subcommittee documents silt conditions and looks into cleanup options and funding. Preliminary silt-removal bids for the priority areas were gathered in summer 2026.
Does Lake Quivira have a Board of Zoning Appeals?
Yes. The Board of Zoning Appeals hears variance applications at City Hall, usually at 6 p.m., and meets only when applications are received. Hearings are posted on the city calendar at cityoflakequivira.org/calendars.
Where can I recycle glass in Lake Quivira?
The City keeps community dumpsters below the dam, next to the picnic area, including purple dumpsters for glass, two recycling receptacles for flattened cardboard, paper, plastic bottles and cans, and two yard-waste dumpsters. Items must go inside the dumpsters, and yard-waste violations carry a $500 fine.
What building codes does Lake Quivira use?
Lake Quivira applies the 2018 International Residential Code, the 2023 National Electrical Code, and the 2024 International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire and Fuel Gas codes. Permits are applied for online through CitizenServe (select Lake Quivira, not Shawnee).
What happens to Lake Quivira trash pickup on a holiday week, and how do I put out extra trash?
Regular trash and recycling pickup through Waste Management is on Wednesday. If a holiday falls earlier that week or on Wednesday, pickup moves back one day. Thanksgiving and Christmas do not change the schedule in 2026; in 2027, pickup moves to Thursday on Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day (June 3) and Labor Day (September 9) weeks. For bags beyond the normal limit, the City sells overflow trash stickers at $6.25 for a sheet of five.
What are the limits on running a business from a Lake Quivira home?
Section Ten of the city’s Zoning and Subdivision Regulations allows a home occupation if it uses no more than 25% of the floor area of any one floor and no more than two residents work in it. Signs aren’t allowed unless state law requires one, and a required sign can be no more than 2 feet in any direction and can’t be lit. The home must also have at least two off-street parking spaces.
When does the Lake Quivira Board of Zoning Appeals meet?
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets at City Hall at 6 p.m. when it has cases. The city calendar lists a Nov. 17, 2026 hearing, followed by the Planning Commission at 6:30 p.m., and a Dec. 8, 2026 date to be held if needed.
Does the City of Lake Quivira own land outside the lake?
Yes. The City acquired about 40 acres southwest of the lake’s border in December 2021, and the City Council is still evaluating options for the land. The City’s Special Initiatives page has not posted a 2026 update on it.
Can I burn leaves in Lake Quivira?
Only from Nov. 1 through March 31, and only during daylight. City Code 7-205 bans leaf burning April 1 through Oct. 31 and from sunset to sunrise year-round. Fires must also be at least 30 feet from a home or vehicle, attended until fully out, and not lit when winds exceed 15 mph or during a Fire Chief burn ban.
How do I report a missed trash pickup in Lake Quivira?
Call the City Clerk at 913-631-5300, ext. 3. Regular pickup through Waste Management is on Wednesday, and bins should be at the curb by 6 a.m. to make sure they are collected.
Is Lake Quivira updating its zoning rules?
Yes. In 2026 the City began updating its Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations with Shockey Consulting. In September 2026 the mayor reported the work was about 75% complete; the proposed revisions go to the Planning Commission and City Attorney before the City Council votes on adoption, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
Can I bring an outside boat onto Lake Quivira?
City code requires boats coming from other waters to complete a two-week quarantine before entering Lake Quivira, with livewells and bilges emptied, drain plugs pulled and all aquatic plants and invasive animals removed. Violations carry fines starting at $1,000 per offense (Code Sec. 11-303, 11-304). Lake access and boating are also governed by Quivira, Inc., so check with the club as well.
Do door-to-door salespeople need a permit in Lake Quivira?
Yes. Solicitors, canvassers and peddlers must hold a license from the City Clerk and may go door to door only between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. (Code Sec. 5-202, 5-207).
Do I need a permit to replace my furnace or air conditioner in Lake Quivira?
Not if it is a straight replacement. Under the City’s project review guidelines, replacing an appliance, furnace or A/C with no change in location, venting, plumbing or wiring needs neither a City permit nor Quivira, Inc. review. If any of those change, a City building permit and inspection are required. A new generator also needs a City permit.
Can I drain my pool or hot tub in Lake Quivira?
Only after the water is dechlorinated. City code prohibits draining chlorinated or brominated pool water, and all filter backwash, into storm drains or surface waters such as the lake (City Code Sec. 15-203).
Do I need a license for my dog in Lake Quivira?
Yes. Every dog over six months old needs an annual city license, and the tag must be worn on the dog’s collar or harness. The City Clerk issues the tag after you show proof of rabies vaccination (City Code Sec. 2-102, 2-105, 2-106).
Who is responsible for repairing the sidewalk in front of my Lake Quivira home?
The owner of the property next to the sidewalk. If repairs are needed, the city may give five days’ notice and then do the work itself, billing the cost to the property. Sidewalk work needs approved plans and a permit from the city clerk (City Code Sec. 13-101, 13-108).
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales in Lake Quivira, KS, 2016 through 2026 year to date, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. 2016 and 2026 are partial years. Tax is the total annual tax reported at sale (it may reflect the prior tax year; new construction can show land-only tax). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; not a tax quote.
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