Lexington, KY

Planning Commission - Zoning Items

The Urban County Planning Commission will discuss updates to land subdivision regulations regarding 'Complete Streets' and review several residential development plans. The body will also consider a waiver of design standards for a project on South Broadway.

• Proposed amendment to Land Subdivision Regulations to align with the Complete Streets Design Manual
• Rezoning request for 5085 Athens Boonesboro Road from Agricultural Rural to Medium Density Residential
• Final subdivision plan for 5447 Tates Creek Road for 9 single-family lots and 20 townhomes
• Design standard waiver request for 'The Standard at Lexington' at 633 S. Broadway and surrounding parcels

Social Services & Public Safety (SSPS) Committee

The Social Services & Public Safety Committee will receive an annual update from the Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention. The body will also discuss a signalized crosswalk study and vehicle speed contests.

• Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention Annual Update
• Signalized Crosswalk Study
• Vehicle Speed Contests & Reckless Driving Exhibitions

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will discuss various new business authorizations, including several service contracts and grant acceptances. The session includes reviews of budget amendments, requested rezonings, and a presentation on LexRide.

• Acceptance of a $799,997 SAMHSA grant for the Lexington CARES project
• Contract with Path Master Inc for school timer support not to exceed $64,670
• Science Based Interviewing course for Division of Police at a cost of $52,150
• Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grant of $40,000 for University of Kentucky Research Foundation
• Neighborhood Action Match Program contracts for various HOAs ranging from $1,000 to $9,000

Board of Architectural Review

The Board is reviewing a large volume of staff approvals for maintenance and renovations across several historic districts. The meeting includes decisions on Certificates of Appropriateness for projects including solar panels and a garage demolition. A conceptual review is scheduled for a new structure and garage at 321 South Mill Street.

• 212 East Bell Court: Application to install solar panels
• 232 Barberry Lane: Application to demolish and construct a garage
• 321 South Mill Street: Conceptual review for new structure and garage
• 582 West Main Street: Application to install a kiosk
• Approval of the 2027 Calendar

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will discuss various new business contracts, budget amendments, and grant acceptances. The session includes a presentation on LexRide and a summary from the Social Services and Public Safety Committee.

• Acceptance of a $799,997 SAMHSA grant for the Lexington CARES project
• Contract with Fayette County Public Schools for school-based mental health services
• Agreement for the operation of William Wells Brown Community Center at a cost of $63,800 for FY27
• Maintenance and support plan with Path Master Inc not to exceed $64,670
• Neighborhood Action Match Program contracts for various associations totaling $57,000

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to receive updates on subdivision regulations and zoning ordinance text. The meeting also includes a review of the filing schedule and staff training.

• Complete Streets Subdivision Regulations Amendment update
• Urban Growth Master Plan Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment update
• Planning meeting and filing schedule review
• Placebuilder training

Mayor's Task Force to End Homelessness

Police & Fire Pension Board Meeting

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will hold a work session to discuss a final report from the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness. The body is also considering several professional service agreements for mental health and forensic services.

• Agreement with The Champion Therapy Center for 911 crisis support in the amount of $77,221
• Master Services Agreement with DNA Labs International for homicide and violent crime investigations for $193,150
• Agreement with Thin Line Counseling and Consulting, LLC for fire and 911 mental health services for $50,000
• Decreasing Change Order #1 with Tetra Tech, Inc. for MS4 program management savings of $508,561.14
• Presentation of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness Final Report Draft

Environmental Quality & Public Works (EQPW) Committee

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee will meet to receive updates on municipal programs and infrastructure studies. The body will review the annual storm sewer and snow and ice control plans.

• Annual Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program Update
• Annual Snow and Ice Control Plan
• Roundabout Conversion Study
• Live Green Lexington Public Information and Engagement Update

Water Quality Fees Board

The board will review applications and recommendations to select recipients for the FY 2027 Class B Infrastructure Grant. Members will also discuss the allocation of remaining funds and receive an update on incentive grants.

• FY 2027 Class B Infrastructure Grant selection
• Recommendation for remaining funds
• Incentive Grant status update
• 2027 calendar year meeting schedule

BOA Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will consider several variance requests for residential setbacks and building sizes. The body will also review conditional use permits for short-term rentals, religious assembly expansions, and a country club bar.

• Conditional use permit for a bar at Idle Hour Country Club (1815 Richmond Road)
• Conditional use permit for a sanctuary and parking at Berea Christian Church (3894 Iron Works & 2675 Berea Road)
• Short-term rental permits for 3182 Aqueduct Drive and 3573 Laredo Drive
• Variance for a duplex and parking area at 246 Idaho Avenue
• Variance for an accessory building size increase at 112 Garrett Avenue

BOA Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will consider several variance requests for residential setbacks and building sizes. The body will also review conditional use permits for short-term rentals, religious assembly expansions, and a country club bar.

• Conditional use permit for a bar at Idle Hour Country Club (1815 Richmond Road)
• Short-term rental permits for 3182 Aqueduct Drive and 3573 Laredo Drive
• Sanctuary and parking lot expansion for Berea Christian Church (3894 Iron Works & 2675 Berea Road)
• Variance for a duplex and parking area at 246 Idaho Avenue
• Residence construction for Boones Creek Baptist Church (185 N. Cleveland Road)

Environmental Quality & Public Works (EQPW) Committee

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee will meet to receive updates on municipal programs and infrastructure studies. The body will review annual plans for storm sewers and snow and ice control.

• Annual Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program Update
• Annual Snow and Ice Control Plan
• Roundabout Conversion Study
• Public Information and Engagement (Live Green Lexington) Update

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to receive updates on subdivision regulations and zoning ordinance text. The body will also discuss the planning meeting schedule and undergo Placebuilder training.

• Complete Streets Subdivision Regulations Amendment update
• Urban Growth Master Plan Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment update
• Planning Meeting and Filing Schedule
• Placebuilder Training

Planning Commission Subdivision Items

The Urban County Planning Commission will consider several subdivision and zoning requests. Key items include a large mixed-use development on Todds Road and a multi-family project on Richmond Road.

• PLN-MAR-26-00018: Proposed rezoning of 123.13 net acres at 4200 Todds Road from Agricultural Rural to Neighborhood Business and Medium Density Residential for 1,240 units
• PLN-MJDP-26-00052: Proposed 114 townhome and 480 unit multi-family development at 3515 Richmond Road
• PLN-FRP-26-00027: Final subdivision plan for 9 single-family lots and 20 townhomes at 5447 Tates Creek Road
• PLN-WAV-26-00021: Open space standards waiver request for Griffin Gate Center (Clarion Hotel) at 1920, 1950, & 1960 Newtown Pike
• NPE-26-00001: Design standards waiver request for The Standard at Lexington at 633 S. Broadway and other parcels

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will hold a work session to discuss a draft final report from the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness. The body is also considering several authorizations for professional services and police forensics contracts.

• Agreement with The Champion Therapy Center for 911 crisis support in the amount of $77,221
• Master Services Agreement with DNA Labs International for homicide and violent crime investigations for $193,150
• Agreement with Thin Line Counseling and Consulting, LLC for fire and emergency services mental health support for $50,000
• Decreasing Change Order #1 with Tetra Tech, Inc. for MS4 program management savings of $508,561.14
• Presentation of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness Final Report Draft

Urban County Council

The Urban County Council is reviewing several zoning amendments, including a proposal to create a separate zoning category for data centers. The body is also considering an extension of the current moratorium on data center applications and permits. Additionally, the council will vote on various stormwater grants and infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed zoning change from Professional Office to Medium Density Residential at 2501 Sir Barton Way
• Proposed zoning change from Professional Office to Downtown Frame Business at 512 and 518 E. Main St.
• Resolution to accept $223,000 in LARP funds for repaving Berea Rd. from Iron Works Pike to Georgetown Rd.
• Resolution to purchase Computer-Aided Dispatch upgrade from Tyler Technologies, Inc. not to exceed $52,090
• Proposed extension of moratorium on data center zone map amendments, development plans, and permits

Planning Commission Subdivision Items

The Urban County Planning Commission will consider several subdivision and zoning requests, including a proposed 1,240-unit neighborhood and a multi-family complex. The body will also review waiver requests for open space and design standards.

• Proposed 1,240-unit mixed-use development at 4200 Todds Road (Andover Commons)
• Proposed 114 townhome and 480-unit multi-family development at 3515 Richmond Road (White Farm)
• Final subdivision plan for 9 single-family lots and 20 townhomes at 5447 Tates Creek Road
• Open space standard waiver request for Griffin Gate Center (Clarion Hotel) at 1920, 1950, & 1960 Newtown Pike
• Design standard waiver request for The Standard at Lexington at 633 S. Broadway and surrounding parcels

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will discuss budget amendments, personnel changes, and various service contracts. The body is reviewing several stormwater quality incentive grants and infrastructure projects, including road repaving and wastewater treatment plant repairs.

• Agreement to repave Berea Road from Iron Works Pike to Georgetown Road for $223,000 (state funds) and $56,000 (local match)
• Mineral extraction lease with Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC on Old Frankfort Pike with a minimum annual royalty of $100,000 for two years
• Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grants for Bluegrass Area Development District ($39,999.60), Friends of Wolf Run ($55,405), and others
• Change order for North Elkhorn Force Main Relocation increasing the contract to $1,085,290.80
• Change order for Constitution Park Concessions and Restroom Building increasing the contract to $655,742.00

Special Committee of the Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss ZOTA-26-00008 regarding the regulation of data centers. The discussion will focus on text recommended by the Planning Commission.

• ZOTA-26-00008: Regulation of Data Centers

General Government & Planning (GGP) Committee

The General Government & Planning Committee will review the 2026 Annual Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Report and updated map. The committee will also consider the September 8, 2026 meeting summary and items referred to the committee.

• Review of 2026 Annual Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Report and Updated Map
• Approval of September 8, 2026 Committee Summary

Public Arts Commission

General Government & Planning (GGP) Committee

The General Government & Planning (GGP) Committee meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the Council Chamber at 200 E. Main St. The agenda lists approval of the September 8, 2026 committee summary, a review of the Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) program with its 2026 annual report and updated map, and items referred to the committee via the October referral list. No ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear in the agenda text.

• Approval of the September 8, 2026 Committee Summary
• Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Review — 2026 Annual PDR Report and 2026 Updated Map
• Items Referred to Committee — October Referral List

Council Work Session

The Urban County Council holds a work session on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, to review a long list of items before any formal vote. Members will discuss budget amendments and adjustments, mayoral appointments, donations, and procurement requests, plus a committee report. Much of the agenda is routine: stormwater education grants, software and maintenance renewals, and change orders on construction projects. The single largest item is a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet agreement providing $223,000, with a $56,000 local match, to repave Berea Road (CR-1305) from Iron Works Pike to Georgetown Road.

• Kentucky Transportation Cabinet agreement: $223,000 state funds plus $56,000 local match (20%) to repave Berea Road (CR-1305) from Iron Works Pike to Georgetown Road, 1.1 miles
• Lease with Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC for mineral (stone aggregate) extraction beneath LFUCG property on Old Frankfort Pike: 10-year term, three 10-year renewals, 5.00% yearly royalty, minimum $100,000 annual royalty for the first two years
• Change Order No. 2 with MAC Construction for the North Elkhorn Force Main Relocation: contract rises $162,011.73, from $923,279.07 to $1,085,290.80, with costs reimbursed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
• Change Order No. 2 with Herrick Company, Inc. for the Town Branch and West Hickman WWTP UV Disinfection Process Replacement Project: up $68,661.95, to a revised total of $15,784,595.45
• FY27 Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grants: $55,405 to Friends of Wolf Run, $39,999.60 to Bluegrass Area Development District, $39,000 to Living Arts and Science Center, $12,000 to Harrods Park Townhouse Association, $10,259 to Kids Place Lex, $5,057 to Willow Glen Association, and $1,000 to Taborlake Subdivision Association

Planning Commission Zoning (Sub) Committee

The Lexington Planning Commission Zoning (Sub) Committee meets October 1, 2026 to take up zoning ordinance text amendments and six postponed zone map amendment petitions. New business includes PLN-ZOTA-26-00011, an amendment to codify recommendations of the 2024 Urban Growth Master Plan. Postponed items include rezoning requests along Athens Boonesboro Road, Todds Road, E High Street, W Main Street, and Pasadena Drive, several with accompanying waivers, variances, or a conditional use permit. The committee will also revisit PLN-ZOTA-26-00010, an update to downtown zoning articles 8-17, 8-18, and 8-19.

• PLN-ZOTA-26-00011: amendment to implement and codify 2024 Urban Growth Master Plan recommendations
• PLN-MAR-26-00016: OK GENTRY, LLC rezoning of 44.80 net acres at 5530, 5560, 5600, and part of 5660 Athens Boonesboro Road from A-R and B-5P to B-3
• PLN-MAR-26-00017: BALL HOMES, LLC rezoning of 37.15 net acres at 5085 Athens Boonesboro Road (portion) from A-R to R-4
• PLN-MAR-26-00018: ANDERSON COMMUNITIES, INC rezoning of 123.13 net acres at 4200 Todds Road from A-R to B-1 and R-4, with five waivers requested (PLN-WAV-26-00028)
• PLN-MAR-26-00021: REGENCY HOLDINGS THREE, LLC rezoning of 1.185 net acres at 131 and 147 Pasadena Drive from R-1C to B-1, with variances and a conditional use permit for drive-thru facilities

Planning Commission Zoning (Sub) Committee

The Lexington Planning Commission Zoning Committee meets October 1, 2026, to take up a zoning ordinance text amendment implementing the 2024 Urban Growth Master Plan, plus a postponed downtown zoning update. It will also consider six postponed zone map amendment petitions covering properties on Athens Boonesboro Road, Todds Road, E High Street, W Main Street, and Pasadena Drive. Several petitions include requests for waivers, variances, or a conditional use permit. The agenda also lists staff items, a next meeting on November 5, 2026, and adjournment.

• PLN-ZOTA-26-00011: text amendment to codify 2024 Urban Growth Master Plan recommendations
• PLN-MAR-26-00016: OK Gentry, LLC rezoning of 44.80 net acres at 5530, 5560, 5600 and part of 5660 Athens Boonesboro Road from A-R and B-5P to B-3
• PLN-MAR-26-00017: Ball Homes, LLC rezoning of 37.15 net acres at 5085 Athens Boonesboro Road (portion) from A-R to R-4
• PLN-MAR-26-00018: Anderson Communities, Inc rezoning of 123.13 net acres at 4200 Todds Road from A-R to B-1 and R-4, with five requested waivers
• PLN-MAR-26-00021: Regency Holdings Three, LLC rezoning of 1.185 net acres at 131 and 147 Pasadena Drive from R-1C to B-1, with setback and buffer variances and a drive-thru conditional use permit

Planning Commission Subdivision (Sub) Committee

The Lexington Planning Commission Subdivision Committee meets October 1, 2026 to review subdivision and development plans. The main item is a final subdivision plan for the GDK Farm, LLC property (Turner Property) at 5447 Tates Creek Road, which would create 9 single-family lots, 20 townhomes, and 2 open space lots; the Technical Committee recommended postponement pending a revised Tree Protection Plan and mitigation plan. A zoning development plan for Lyndhurst Place (Up Campus) at 224-230 E. High Street, 102 Hagerman Court, and 209-219 Stone Avenue was postponed at the applicant's request. Several items are tentatively scheduled for the October 8 Planning Commission meeting, and staff will report on a waiver for Griffin Gate Center (Clarion Hotel) and an amendment to the Land Subdivision regulations.

• PLN-FRP-26-00027: GDK Farm, LLC (Turner Property) at 5447 Tates Creek Road — final subdivision plan for 9 single-family lots, 20 townhomes, and 2 open space lots; Technical Committee recommended postponement for revised Tree Protection Plan and mitigation plan
• PLN-MJDP-26-00060: Lyndhurst Place (Up Campus) at 224, 226, 228, & 230 E. High Street, 102 Hagerman Court, and 209-211, 217, & 219 Stone Avenue — zoning development plan for a multi-family building in support of a zone change from R-4 and P-1 to B-2A; postponed at applicant's request
• PLN-WAV-26-00021: Griffin Gate Center (Clarion Hotel) at 1920, 1950, & 1960 Newtown Pike and 1475 Coleman Court — waiver request for open space standards (ZO Art. 20-3); staff will report
• SRA 2026-1: Amendment to Land Subdivision regulations to reflect adopted Complete Streets Manual and 2024 Urban Growth Management Plan; staff will report
• Postponed and continued items tentatively scheduled for October 8, 2026 Planning Commission meeting include White Farm at 3515 Richmond Road and Germond Property (Andover Commons) at 4200 Todds Road

Planning Commission Subdivision (Sub) Committee

The Lexington Planning Commission Subdivision Committee meets October 1, 2026 to review subdivision and development plans. The main item is a final plan for the GDK Farm (Turner Property) at 5447 Tates Creek Road, which would create 9 single-family lots, 20 townhomes, and 2 open space lots; the Technical Committee recommended postponement pending a revised Tree Protection Plan and mitigation plan. A zoning development plan for Lyndhurst Place (UP Campus) near E. High Street and Hagerman Court was postponed at the applicant's request. Several other items are tentatively set for later Planning Commission meetings.

• PLN-FRP-26-00027: GDK Farm (Turner Property), 5447 Tates Creek Road — final plan for 9 single-family lots, 20 townhomes, 2 open space lots; Technical Committee recommended postponement
• PLN-MJDP-26-00060: Lyndhurst Place (UP Campus), 224-230 E. High Street, 102 Hagerman Court, 209-219 Stone Avenue — multi-family building tied to requested zone change from R-4 and P-1 to B-2A; postponed at applicant's request
• PLN-WAV-26-00021: Griffin Gate Center (Clarion Hotel), 1920, 1950, 1960 Newtown Pike and 1475 Coleman Court — waiver request for open space standards (ZO Art. 20-3)
• SRA 2026-1: amendment to Land Subdivision regulations to reflect adopted Complete Streets Manual and 2024 Urban Growth Management Plan
• Postponed/continued items include White Farm at 3515 Richmond Road, Germond Property (Andover Commons) at 4200 Todds Road, and Berry Crest at 131 & 147 Pasadena Drive and 2395 Nicholasville Road

Water Quality Fees Board meeting

The Water Quality Fees Board meets October 8, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Tate Building, North Elkhorn Conference Room, 125 Industrial Avenue, Suite 180. The main item is selecting FY 2027 Class B Infrastructure Grant recipients, covering available funds, applications, and the Director's recommendations, with public comment and board discussion. The board will also discuss recommendations for remaining funds, get an incentive grant status update, and consider its 2027 meeting schedule. It will also approve minutes from its 07/23/26 meeting.

• FY 2027 Class B Infrastructure Grant selection, including a summary of available funds and applications
• Director's recommendations on grant awards, followed by public comment and board discussion
• Recommendation/discussion on how to use remaining funds
• Incentive Grant status update
• Proposed 2027 calendar year meeting schedule

Planning Commission - Zoning Items

The Urban County Planning Commission meets September 24, 2026 to hold public hearings on eight map amendment requests paired with development plans, plus three zoning ordinance text amendments. Items include properties on South Broadway, Tates Creek Road, and Saron Drive, among others. The agenda also lists subdivision items, postponements and withdrawals, and routine procedural sections. No decisions or outcomes are recorded in this agenda.

• PLN-MAR-26-00008: South Broadway Project Owner, LLC map amendment with Parker Tobacco Co. Inc. (The Dean Lexington) development plan
• PLN-MJDP-26-00025: Tom Collins Farm (McGhee Property) development plan at 4865 Tates Creek Road and 4720 Saron Drive
• PLN-MAR-26-00016: OK Gentry, LLC map amendment with Baesler et al and Walnut Hill Manor development plan
• PLN-MAR-26-00018: Anderson Communities, LLC map amendment with Germond Property (Andover Commons) development plan, including a waiver and traffic/parking studies
• PLN-ZOTA-26-00007, -00009, -00010: text amendments on attended donation center regulations, industrial zones, and downtown zones