Resources
Review relevant resources for in-depth information about the proposed QuikTrip, St. Louis City planning and goals, environmental impacts, and more.
Traffic
QuikTrip Traffic Study >>
Review the traffic study commissioned by QuikTrip in 2024, which includes a draft site plan, their conclusions about traffic and safety impacts, and their mitigation recommendations. As of May 2026, QuikTrip has revised this study, but it has not yet been shared with the local neighborhoods. This study was based on only 9 hours of data on 12/5/23, and its conclusions still show concerning "levels of service" (LOS) at several locations at the proposed site. In fact, there are some LOS rated F (the worst grade) where traffic between highway users, drivers on the street, and QT customers could lead to intense congestion and potential accidents.
SLUP
Strategic Land Use Plan (SLUP) >>
In 2025, St. Louis City adopted the SLUP to ensure that St. Louis "remains urban, walkable, diverse, and equitable." The SLUP "sets out a vision for how we can best use the land in our city, block by block, to guide future development. It doesn’t make development happen, but it guides what kind should occur where." For the executive summary, download the SLUP Essentials - Booklet (PDF) from the SLUP website.
ZOUP
Zoning Upgrade Plan (ZOUP) >>
Stemming from the SLUP, the ZOUP is critical in the implementation of the SLUP. The ZOUP will "overhaul the City's zoning code," responding to community priorities, which is the first major update since the mid-twentieth century. The ZOUP emphasizes reducing reliance on variances and promoting development patterns that support pedestrian-oriented design, transit access, environmental resilience, and healthier neighborhood development. The draft ZOUP map was open for a 1st round of public comments until May 31. The map will be revised and reopened for a 2nd round of public comments in July 2026. The ZOUP map will be finalized in late summer/early fall 2027.
ZOUP
ZOUP Scoop, Issue 2 >>
The ZOUP Scoop Newsletter, Issue 2 shared crucial information about gas stations near neighborhoods. See their article on page 8, "A Day in the Life of a Gas Station" for the 13 negative impacts residential areas experience from nearby gas stations. The importance of this article cannot be overstated. The ZOUP Committe has expressly stated that gas stations adjacent to residential areas can have very detrimental effects.
ZOUP
Draft Zoning Districts Summary >>
The ZOUP Draft Zoning Districts Summary describes 20 proposed zoning categories for residential, mixed-use, commercial, industrial, and open-space areas throughout the city. As of May 2026, the draft ZOUP map proposes rezoning the U.S. Ring Binder building to CG – LIC, which only allows gas stations “IF they are appropriately integrated into their surrounding context and designed to support a human-oriented pedestrian environment.” 1. We contend that the QT build does NOT meet this standard. 2. And this zone (even if approved) is NOT a license for QT to proceed in any manner they choose. QT must still apply for a Conditional Use Permit.
ENVIRONMENT
Ozone Pollution Report >>
St. Louis Public Radio reported that the St. Louis metropolitan area is among the 25 cities ranked worst for ozone air pollution according to the latest "State of the Air" report released by the American Lung Association. Ground-level ozone pollution is linked to vehicle emissions, industrial activity, heat, and traffic-related air pollution. Health experts warn that poor air quality can worsen asthma, respiratory illness, heart disease, and other health conditions, especially for children, older adults, and people living near major transportation corridors. Do you think this proposed QT build will help St. Louis to improve air quality?
ENVIRONMENT
Clean Energy Advisory Board Overview >>
St. Louis City created this Board to help develop strategies for transitioning the city toward cleaner energy sources, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and greater sustainability. The initiative supports goals related to renewable energy, public health, energy efficiency, environmental justice, and reducing pollution from fossil fuel infrastructure. The Board’s work emphasizes clean transportation, equitable access to energy improvements, and reducing harmful emissions associated with traditional energy systems. Its recommendations are connected to the City’s broader sustainability, climate resilience, and land use planning efforts, including goals related to walkability, transit, and healthier neighborhoods.
ENVIRONMENT
Climate Action & Adaptation Plan >>
St. Louis City adopted this plan in 2017 to achieve an 80% reduction in citywide greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. It supports walkable neighborhoods, transit-oriented development, reduced vehicle emissions, expanded green space, stormwater management, and policies intended to reduce dependence on auto-oriented land uses. The plan also recommends strategies such as improving pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, reducing parking minimums, encouraging mixed-use development, expanding public transit, reducing traffic congestion, increasing tree canopy coverage, and promoting healthier neighborhood design. Do you think this proposed QT build will help St. Louis advance towards these goals?
NEIGHBORHOOD
LPNA Board Letter >>
On May 21, 2026, the Lindenwood Park Neighborhood Association (LPNA) Board submitted a formal letter of opposition to the proposed QuikTrip at Jamieson & Arsenal to 4th Ward Alderman Bret Narayan.
LOCAL BUSINESS
Hof Construction Concerns >>
Hof Construction, located at the intersection of Jamieson & Arsenal, has expressed serious concerns about the proposed QuikTrip (QT) build. Hof Construction has been in St. Louis City since 1911 and moved to their Jamieson & Arsenal location in the 1980s. In February and May 2026, Daniel Hof II, Project Manager at Hof Construction, sent emails to both 4th Ward Alderman Bret Narayan and the Lindenwood Park Neighborhood Association (LPNA) Board, respectively, to make these concerns known.