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Lee's Summit, MO Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Closed Hours
11 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Code Section
Sec. 19-81
Applies To
All ages
Exception
Permit or written agreement
Enforcement
LSPD / Municipal Court

Summary

Lee's Summit parks close from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Under Code Sec. 19-81, it is unlawful to be in any public park during those hours unless your group holds a permit or written agreement from Parks and Recreation.

It shall be unlawful for any person to be or remain upon any public park in the City between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. unless such person is a member of a group, association or organization using such park facilities for a particular purpose, provided a representative of the group, association or organization has first obtained a permit from or otherwise has a written agreement with the Parks and Recreation Department for such purposes.

Source: Lee's Summit Code of OrdinancesView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 55 | Unified Development Ordinance: Supplement 15).

Full Breakdown

Section 19-81 of the Lee's Summit Code of Ordinances makes it unlawful for anyone to be or remain in any public park between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. The only exception is for members of a group, association, or organization whose representative has obtained a permit or written agreement from the Parks and Recreation Department for a specific purpose. The department grants such permits when the activity will not interfere with general public use and meets Parks and Recreation Board conditions. The rule applies to all ages, not just minors, and covers city and Parks Board property designated for recreation.

Violations & Fines

Remaining in a Lee's Summit park during closed hours without a permit is a municipal ordinance violation, prosecuted in Lee's Summit Municipal Court and typically punishable by fine. Officers may order violators to leave.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do Lee's Summit parks close?
Public parks close at 11:00 p.m. and reopen at 5:00 a.m. Being in a park during those hours is unlawful unless your group has a Parks Department permit.
Can I get permission to use a park after 11 p.m.?
Yes. A group can obtain a permit or written agreement from the Parks and Recreation Department for a specific after-hours purpose under Sec. 19-81.

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