Historic preservation in Kentucky local government
What Kentucky city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about historic preservation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
61 Kentucky meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kentucky with the most historic preservation activity
- Clay, KY (14)
- Newport, KY (13)
- Frankfort, KY (11)
- Louisville, KY (8)
- Lexington, KY (5)
- Middletown, KY (4)
- Danville, KY (2)
- Paducah, KY (2)
- Crestwood, KY (1)
- Louisa, KY (1)
Latest matching meetings
Architectural Review Board to consider short-term rental and renovation requests
The Architectural Review Board will meet to review two requests for non-owner-occupied short-term rental permits and two requests for certificates of appropriateness for property alterations.
Board to hold working session on design guidelines for historic districts
The Danville Architectural Heritage Board will hold a regular called meeting on July 15, 2026. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a Design Guidelines Working Session. No specific proposals or votes are on the agenda.
Public hearing on Southgate House landmark designation
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on designating the Southgate House at 24 E 3rd St. as a local landmark. They will also receive an update on the Monmouth project.
Committee reviews design changes for a historic garage conversion at 1206 Cherokee Road
The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee will evaluate a proposal to modify a historic garage at 1206 Cherokee Road. Staff and the applicant seek approval for a second-story addition and front façade changes to expand the structure into a two-car carriage house. The committee will determine if the…
Landmark designation for Southgate-Thompson House at 24 E. 3rd St.
The commission will hold a public hearing to consider designating the Southgate-Thompson House at 24 E. 3rd St. as a local landmark. Updates from the Historic Preservation Officer and discussion of upcoming priorities are also on the agenda.
Historic Preservation Commission to rule on sandstone steps and masonry painting
The Newport Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to decide on two public hearings: a certificate of appropriateness for replacing sandstone steps with substitute materials at 628 Nelson Pl., and a hearing regarding painting of unpainted masonry in the Buena Vista Local Historic District at 914…
Review of porch post modifications at 804 E Washington St.
The committee will consider a request to replace turned wood porch post bases with masonry bases. This project is located in the Butchertown neighborhood and is being reviewed for architectural compliance.
Board of Architectural Review reviews historic district renovations and additions
The Board is reviewing several staff approval items for various historic districts, including structure renovations and tree removals. The agenda also includes Certificate of Appropriateness applications and conceptual reviews for new construction projects.
Courthouse Area Design Review Board meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026
The board will meet to review applications for authorization permits. There are no staff-approved permits or other board items listed for this session.
Committee reviews historic garage conversion to carriage house
The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee will review two cases in the historic district: an after-the-fact retaining wall at 1293 Everett Ave and a proposed full second-story addition and front façade alterations to a contributing historic garage at 1206 Cherokee Rd to create a two-car garage with carriage…
Board to decide on short-term rental at 124 W. Todd St.
The Architectural Review Board will consider two conditional use permits: a non-owner-occupied short-term rental at 124 W. Todd St. and a professional office at 612 Shelby St. Unit B. They will also review administrative approvals for exterior repairs in historic districts and hear citizen comments.
Committee to vote on police reform SAFE Law ordinance
The committee will consider two ordinances: the SAFE Law (O-009-26) amending police department policies, and an ordinance (O-161-26) amending debt service adjustments. It will also vote on numerous appointments and reappointments to boards including the Police Merit Board, Civilian Review and Accountability Board…
Newport Board to adopt FY 2026-27 budget, approve police hires
The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the FY 2026-27 annual budget with $29.87 million in revenue and a projected surplus of $215,000. They will also vote on a budget amendment for the current fiscal year that increases General Fund revenue to $30.74 million, approval of five police recruits, and several…
Newport historic board cancels June 10 meeting, moves hearings
The special call meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for June 10 has been canceled. Two public hearings—for replacing sandstone steps at 628 Nelson Place and for painting masonry at 914 Central Avenue—will be rescheduled to a later date. No decisions will be made at this meeting.
Review of property modifications and new construction in Old Louisville
The committee will review several requests for architectural changes, including masonry painting, a metal fence installation, and window replacements. They will also consider a proposal for new single-family home construction on a vacant lot.
Council to vote on $17.33M employee insurance contract and $750K fire station bond
The Common Council will hold public hearings on a bond ordinance and a proposed naming of the 911 center, then vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include a $750,000 bond for Fire Station No. 2 renovations, a $17.33 million employee medical/dental insurance contract with Cigna, tax abatements…
Architectural Heritage Board meets to discuss preservation awards and COA hearings
The Architectural Heritage Board will hold a special called meeting to conduct Certificate of Appropriateness hearings. The agenda includes discussions on design guidelines, potential committee appointments, and updates regarding specific signage and property violations.
Commission to review demolition and exterior changes for four historic properties
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings to review Certificates of Appropriateness for several residential projects. The body is deciding on requests for demolition, masonry painting, and window replacements to ensure compliance with historic standards.
Commission to vote on National Register nomination for James Taylor-Jacob School
The Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission will hold a public hearing on a National Register nomination for the James Taylor-Jacob School Neighborhood project. They will also announce the 2026 Historical Marker Awardees and approve minutes from the February meeting.
Board reviews historic district renovations and structural changes
The Board of Architectural Review is reviewing several staff approvals for property maintenance and Certificate of Appropriateness applications. These items include structural renovations, window replacements, and tree removals across multiple historic districts.
Courthouse Area Design Review Board meets May 20, 2026
The Board will review authorization permit applications and consider the 2026 meeting schedule. Staff will also report on permits approved since August 17, 2022.
Paint color change request for 1466 Saint James Ct
The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee will consider a proposal to change the paint color on previously painted masonry at 1466 Saint James Ct. The applicant seeks approval for the color change on the historic property.
Board to decide on short-term rental permit for 308 Steele St.
The Architectural Review Board will consider a conditional use permit for a non-owner-occupied short-term rental at 308 Steele St. in the Special Capital Historic Zoning District. The applicant, Edward Koneczny, requests this permit; staff recommends approval, noting the cap of 56 such rentals in the district…
Commission to decide on demolishing two Monmouth Street buildings
The Newport Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish structures at 304 and 306 Monmouth Street. The application is from S&S Parking LLC. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the April 22, 2026 regular meeting.
Committee to decide on porch floor and walkway changes at 2544 Glenmary
The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee is considering a request to cover the historic concrete porch floor with slate and replace a portion of the historic concrete walkway with flagstone at 2544 Glenmary Avenue. This is a single item on the agenda for a vote on a certificate of appropriateness.
Panel to vote on window replacement at 927 Monroe and mural at 836 Monmouth
The Newport Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two applications: one to replace deteriorated windows and build a rear addition at 927 Monroe Street, and another to paint a mural on the rear wall of 836 Monmouth Street. The mural, proposed by GLA Holdings and painted by Dye Brothers, would…
Board to consider door and window changes at 119 W. Main St. after flood
The Architectural Review Board will review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace doors and windows at 119 W. Main St., including resizing openings, due to flood damage. The meeting also includes administrative approvals for solar panels and a porch rebuild, and a citizen comments period.
Board reviews historic district renovations and structural changes
The Board of Architectural Review is reviewing several staff approvals for maintenance and tree removals across various historic districts. Additionally, the board will consider Certificate of Appropriateness applications for structural additions and modifications.
Board to review new retail beverage construction at 733 Washington Street
The Design Review and Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting on April 8, 2026. The main action is a public hearing on a request for new construction of a 510-square-foot retail beverage establishment at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road in the MXC zone. The board will also review minutes from October…
Commission will elect its chair and vice chair
The Newport Historic Preservation Commission will meet on March 25, 2026 to approve the minutes from its January 28, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes public hearings to elect a new commission chair (HP2600164) and vice chair (HP2600165). Commissioners will also review their materials, receive a CLG update, and…
Board reviews CUPs for a new ADU, short‑term rentals, and a historic sign removal
The Architectural Review Board will consider several zoning requests, including a Conditional Use Permit to convert the historic garage at 522 Steele Street into an accessory dwelling unit and a second permit to operate a non‑owner‑occupied short‑term rental in that same unit. The board will also review a Certificate…
Historic Preservation Commission meeting on Feb 25 2026 canceled
The scheduled Historic Preservation Commission meeting for February 25, 2026 was canceled. A new notice and agenda will be issued for the next regular meeting on March 25, 2026. The canceled agenda included approval of minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting, a public hearing on a demolition certificate for 304 and…
Board approved three conditional use permits for rentals and professional offices
The Frankfort Architectural Review Board approved minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting and adopted the 2026 meeting calendar. It granted Conditional Use Permits for a short‑term rental at 719 Woodland Ave and for professional offices at 421 W. Main St. The board also tabled a variance and Certificate of…
Historic Preservation Commission to review four property modification requests
The Commission will hold public hearings to decide on certificates of appropriateness for facade changes, additions, and demolition. The body will also discuss the painting of masonry in the East Row Local Historic District.
Architectural Review Board to consider short-term rentals and signage
The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and adopt a 2026 calendar. The board will also consider several zoning requests, including conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 719 Woodland Ave. and 509 Shelby St., a variance for signage at 105 W. Third St., and a…
Historic Preservation Board to discuss member attendance policy
The Historic Preservation Board will review progress on historic markers and cemetery restoration. The board will also discuss member attendance policy regarding the potential removal of members who miss three consecutive meetings.
Board to decide Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panels at 522 Quarles Court
The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will consider a request from Elizabeth Bernoskie for a Certificate of Appropriateness to legalize 27 solar panels (approximately 12 kW) installed on the south roof of 522 Quarles Court, a property in the Special Capital Historic Zoning District. Staff has prepared a report…
Newport Historic Preservation Commission meeting canceled
The special call meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, has been canceled. A new notice and agenda will be issued for the rescheduled meeting.
Board approved a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental at 418 Logan St
The Frankfort Architectural Review Board met on November 18, 2025 and approved three applications. It granted a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the slate and asphalt roof with clay tile at 227‑229 Logan Street. It approved a Conditional Use Permit for a non‑owner‑occupied short‑term rental at 418 Logan…
Historic Preservation Board to receive cemetery work update
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss updates on cemetery preservation and restoration activities. The board will also review minutes from the October 2, 2025, meeting.