Mar 27, 2025

Salina City Commission approves Dry Creek Addition No. 2 final plat

Posted Mar 27, 2025 2:34 PM
The Magnolia Village Phase II layout with 250 units, including MicroMansions, single-story duplexes, double-story homes, and multi-level apartments. Housing options range from one to three bedrooms, and the development features walking trails, internal streets like Avery Lane and Shenandoah Drive, and designated floodway limits along Dry Creek. Lot 3 is set for multi-level apartments, including a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units. 
The Magnolia Village Phase II layout with 250 units, including MicroMansions, single-story duplexes, double-story homes, and multi-level apartments. Housing options range from one to three bedrooms, and the development features walking trails, internal streets like Avery Lane and Shenandoah Drive, and designated floodway limits along Dry Creek. Lot 3 is set for multi-level apartments, including a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units. 

 By NATE KING
Salina Post

The Salina City Commission on Monday approved the final plat for Dry Creek Addition No. 2, advancing Phase II of the Magnolia Village housing project. The development, led by Salina Destination Development, LLC, covers 29.22 acres west of Virginia Drive and south of West Magnolia Road.

Phase II housing development

The proposed Phase II concept for Magnolia Village, part of Dry Creek Addition No. 2, includes approximately 250 new residential units and infrastructure improvements south of the Phase One development. Phase I which is currently being constructed, can also be seen in the top right of the photo. 
The proposed Phase II concept for Magnolia Village, part of Dry Creek Addition No. 2, includes approximately 250 new residential units and infrastructure improvements south of the Phase One development. Phase I which is currently being constructed, can also be seen in the top right of the photo. 

Phase II of the Magnolia Village project is planned to include 250 horizontal apartment units and three multi-level apartment buildings. The units will be distributed across three lots, with one lot designated for commercial development. The first phase of the project, which includes 254 apartment units and a clubhouse with a pool, is currently under construction.

"We expect to break ground as early as this spring on Phase II, working in conjunction with ongoing Phase I construction," said Dustin Marsh, a representative of Salina Destination Development.

The Magnolia Village perimeter streets map highlights key road improvements for the Dry Creek Addition No. 2 project, including the extension of Virginia Drive and the creation of Shenandoah Drive as a new east-west connector. Upgrades to Magnolia Road will enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety with curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and a hike-and-bike path, while walking trails will be constructed along Dry Creek to promote outdoor accessibility.
The Magnolia Village perimeter streets map highlights key road improvements for the Dry Creek Addition No. 2 project, including the extension of Virginia Drive and the creation of Shenandoah Drive as a new east-west connector. Upgrades to Magnolia Road will enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety with curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and a hike-and-bike path, while walking trails will be constructed along Dry Creek to promote outdoor accessibility.

Planned infrastructure improvements

The project will include the extension of Virginia Drive southward to replace the existing cul-de-sac and the addition of a new east-west connector street named Shenandoah Drive. An internal looped private access drive, named Avery Lane, will connect Magnolia Road and Virginia Drive.

Magnolia Road will undergo upgrades to meet Complete Street standards, including curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and a hike-and-bike path. These improvements are intended to accommodate increased traffic flow and improve pedestrian and cyclist safety.

"This project is essential to meeting Salina's growing housing needs while ensuring modern infrastructure and utility improvements," said Dean Andrew, City of Salina code administrator. 

The development will include underground utilities, with a looped 12-inch public water line for fire protection and public access, as well as an 8-inch to 12-inch sanitary sewer line. Stormwater will be managed through two detention areas, which will be maintained by Salina Destination Development under recorded maintenance agreements.

The area will be served by Salina Fire Department Station #3 and covered by the Salina Police Department. Students residing in the development will attend Schilling Elementary School, South Middle School, and Salina South High School, with bus service available.

The Dry Creek Addition No. 2 project will be funded through a combination of special assessment financing, benefit district contributions, and state funding. Developers plan to use special assessment financing to cover the costs of extending Virginia Drive and constructing internal public water and sewer lines. Additionally, a benefit district will be created for the future construction of Shenandoah Drive.

Funding for upgrading Magnolia Road comes from a combination of Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) grants and the City of Salina’s 2025 Capital Improvement Program.

The City Commission unanimously approved the plat and the associated infrastructure improvements.

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