Oakbrook Living

Oakbroook Living - FAQ

Why should I buy a new home in Oakbrook?

Estate sized lots ranging from one to two acres
Kearney schools
Many treed and walk out lots
Country living and just minutes away from I-35
Use our Preferred Builders or bring your own builder (with approval from the Oakbrook Design and Approval Committee)
High-Speed Fiber Optics with AT&T U-verse

ABOUT OAKBROOK

How many homes are going to be built in Oakbrook?

There are 44 lots available in Phase 1.

How close are places to shop and to dine out?

Oakbrook is just minutes from I-35, restaurants, and shopping.

How long does it take to get downtown or to the airport?

Oakbrook is approximately 20 minutes from the airport and about 30 from the Plaza and downtown Kansas City.
Oakbrook is located in unincorporated Clay County between Liberty and Kearney

AMENITIES

What recreational facilities and amenities are available for the residents of Oakbrook?

Extensive Walking Trails
Butterfly Gardens
Wildflower Gardens

HOMES AND LOTS

What are the square footage requirements?

Two story homes, not less than 2,200 square feet of enclosed floor area, with not less than 1,200 square feet on the first floor.
One and a half story homes, not less than 2,200 square feet of enclosed floor area, with not less than 1,600 square feet of enclosed floor area on the first floor.
Single level (so called “ranch”) homes, not less than 1,600 square feet of enclosed floor area.
Reverse story and a half homes, not less than 2,200 square feet of enclosed floor area, with not less than 1,600 square feet on the first floor.
Most of the homes in Oakbrook will exceed these dimensions.
Detached garages or outbuildings are allowed, but must look like the home.

Do you have any homes that are available right now?

There will be several spec homes available in the near future.

Can I have a home custom built?

Yes, most of the homes in Oakbrook will be custom built homes. All builders and plans must be approved by the Oakbrook Design and Approval Committee.

BUILDERS

Can I use a builder other than one of the Preferred Builders?
We have two Preferred Builders:

Mike Foster with Michael’s Quality Homes
Jim Carlson with Jim Carlson Construction.

If you prefer to bring your own builder, they must be approved by the Oakbrook Design and Approval Committee.

CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

All prospective and/or future homeowners should thoroughly read the Oakbrook conditions and restrictions. Those are available through fax and e-mail or can be found at our website www.OakbrookLiving.com

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION

Is there a Homeowner’s Association? There is a Homeowner’s Association at Oakbrook. The developer is in charge of the association until the subdivision is completed, at that time the homeowners will take over. The dues will be approximately $120 per year. That will take care of the common areas, walking trails, butterfly and wildflower gardens in the subdivision.

SCHOOLS

What school district do children living in Oakbrook attend? Children living in Oakbrook will attend Kearney Schools. At this time the schools are Dogwood for kindergarten through 5th grade, Summit Ridge for 6th and 7th, Kearney Junior High for 8th and 9th, and Kearney High School for 10th through 12th. Full details about the district can be found on their website, www.kearney.k12.mo.us, or by phone (816) 628-4116, or by contacting them at 1002 S. Jefferson Kearney, MO 64060.

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