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The Ward Family
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A Legacy Built on Family, Integrity, and Vision
Ward Development is a family-owned real estate and construction company rooted in Jackson County, Missouri. While the Ward family’s legacy in building and development spans nearly 70 years, Ward Development was officially founded in 1986—celebrating 40 years of serving the Kansas City region with quality, integrity, and a strong commitment to community.
Built on generations of experience, the company has become one of the region’s most respected developers of residential neighborhoods and commercial properties.
Today, Ward Development is led by David and Sandra Ward alongside their children—representing four generations of family leadership—continuing a shared vision of creating spaces where people can live, work, and thrive.
Building Communities
That Last
Thoughtfully Designed Homes and Neighborhoods
Residential development has always been at the heart of Ward Development. Through its homebuilding division, Country Club Homes, the company has designed and built more than 35 thoughtfully planned communities across the Kansas City metro, contributing to thousands of homes.
Each neighborhood reflects a focus on quality craftsmanship, functional design, and a strong sense of place.
A Leader in
Commercial
Development
Creating Spaces Where Businesses Thrive
In addition to residential communities, Ward Development has established a strong presence in commercial real estate. The company owns and manages a diverse portfolio of more than 50 properties, totaling over 1 million square feet of leasable space and serving a wide range of tenants.
From retail centers and office campuses to large-scale industrial facilities like Town Center in Lee’s Summit and East Kansas City Industrial in Grain Valley, Ward Development creates environments that support business growth, innovation, and long-term success.
A Legacy of Growth and Entrepreneurship
Expanding Across Industries with Purpose
Over the years, Ward Development has expanded into multiple industries, including self-storage and agriculture. The company once grew to become the largest privately held self-storage provider in Kansas City and continues to maintain a strong agricultural presence, managing thousands of acres of farmland and operating Premier Genetics, a nationally recognized cattle breeding facility.
These ventures reflect the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to drive the company forward.
Rooted in Community
Giving Back and Building
Stronger Connections
At Ward Development, building community goes far beyond development—it’s at the heart of everything we do. The Ward family has a long-standing commitment to supporting the people and organizations that make our region strong, from local schools and youth athletics to agricultural programs, civic groups, and charitable foundations.
We are proud to support initiatives such as area high school athletics, 4-H and FFA programs, youth sports leagues, community service organizations, and events that bring families together. Our involvement also extends to partnerships with local chambers, industry associations, and nonprofits that strengthen both economic growth and quality of life across Eastern Jackson County and beyond.
Our team works closely with local leaders, municipalities, and first responders to thoughtfully plan communities that align with long-term goals and create lasting value.
For us, success is measured not just by what we build, but by the relationships we foster and the positive impact we make—helping create vibrant communities where people truly feel at home.
