Housing in Kentucky local government
What Kentucky city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
159 Kentucky meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kentucky with the most housing activity
- Plantation, KY (27)
- LaFayette, KY (26)
- Louisville, KY (16)
- Lexington, KY (14)
- Middletown, KY (9)
- Frankfort, KY (7)
- Paducah, KY (7)
- Newport, KY (6)
- Louisa, KY (6)
- Georgetown, KY (6)
- Henderson County, KY (6)
- Clay, KY (6)
Latest matching meetings
Zoning change request for Oak Pointe Residential at 1600 Kurz Way
The Land Development & Transportation Committee will consider case 26-ZONE-0012, a request to change the zoning of the Oak Pointe Residential project from R-4 Single-Family Residential to R-5A Multi-Family Residential. The proposal includes a Detailed District Development Plan and a Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan…
Commission reviews subdivision of 23.796‑acre Perryville Rd parcel and multiple development proposals
The Danville‑Boyle County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a subdivision application for a 23.796‑acre agricultural parcel at 4156 Perryville Road. It will also hold public hearings on a 3.989‑acre Centre Estates Carriage Homes Phase 1 site development plan and a 41.482‑acre zoning map amendment request off…
Committee reviews SAFE police law, Prospect annexation, and debt adjustments.
The Louisville Metro Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will review several ordinances and special discussions. Key topics include the proposed SAFE Law to amend police department policies, a debt service adjustment, and a land annexation request from the City of Prospect. The committee will also…
Planning Commission discusses zoning changes and land development amendments
The Planning Commission will review several requests including a Ford expansion, residential rezoning, and street closures. The agenda also includes text amendments to the Jeffersontown and Shively Land Development Codes.
Board to decide on 10-foot height variance for 13th Street home
The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a request from Sabo Design Associates for a height variance at 402 & 410 W 13th Street. The variance would allow a 10-foot increase in height for a single-family home as part of a plan to redivide two lots into six. The applicant argues the height is needed to…
Development Review Committee to consider street closures and development plans
The committee is reviewing requests for public right-of-way closures, land development code waivers, and district development plans. These items include projects for commercial, industrial, and senior living facilities across various council districts.
Board of Zoning Adjustment to review duplex and short-term rental requests
The Board is considering a conditional use permit for a duplex in the city and several variance and permit requests for properties in Franklin County. These include requests to reduce front setbacks and allow short-term rentals.
Metro Council to consider moratorium on short-term rentals
The Committee on Committees will review legislation to impose a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals in residential zoning districts. The body will also discuss reappropriating funds for American Rescue Plan projects and a $21.4 million grant for roadway safety improvements.
Committee considers zoning change for Oak Pointe Residential at 1600 Kurz Way
The Land Development and Transportation Committee will review a request to rezone 1600 Kurz Way from single-family to multi-family use. Members will also evaluate a detailed development plan and preliminary subdivision map for the Oak Pointe Residential project. The agenda includes routine approval of the June 25…
GGP Committee discusses short-term rentals and Blue Sky area plans
The General Government & Planning Committee will review updates regarding short-term rentals and the Blue Sky Small Area Plan. The meeting also includes a review of 'A Sense of Place' and the July referral list.
Council considers various contracts, appointments, and budget adjustments
The Urban County Council is reviewing several administrative actions including mayoral appointments to local boards and the acceptance of donations. The session also includes discussions on procurement bids, infrastructure projects, and funding for social services.
Council discusses budget adjustments, appointments, and infrastructure contracts
The Urban County Council is reviewing various budget adjustments, mayoral appointments to local boards, and several service agreements. Key discussions include funding for public safety, housing projects, and utility infrastructure.
GGP Committee discusses short-term rentals and Blue Sky Small Area Plan
The General Government & Planning Committee will review several updates including short-term rentals and the Blue Sky Small Area Plan. The committee will also consider items referred to it for discussion.
Commissioners to vote on $7M bond for Ann Street homes
The Board of Commissioners will consider two orders: one to renew the city's property, liability, and workers' compensation insurance for $790,584, and another to authorize up to $7 million in industrial revenue bonds for the Ann Street residential development. The bond would finance 11 new single-family homes and…
Board reviews zoning variances and conditional use permits for ADUs and rentals
The Louisville Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on multiple property-specific requests, including variances for setback encroachments and fence heights. The board will also decide on conditional use permits for accessory dwelling units, short-term rentals, a church expansion, and a private club…
Rezoning request for Oak Pointe Residential at 1600 Kurz Way
The committee will consider a zoning change for the Oak Pointe Residential project. The proposal seeks to transition from single-family residential to multi-family residential with a detailed district development plan.
Public hearing on zoning changes to comply with housing mandate
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on amendments to the zoning code and map to comply with Public Act 25-1 concerning housing growth. They will also consider a site plan approval for a 40,447 SF industrial/commercial building at 1985 South Main Street and two similar buildings…
AHAC July 2 meeting cancelled; next on Aug 6
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 2, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. No agenda items are discussed because the meeting is cancelled.
Louisville committee to vote on massive downtown development with hotel, apartments, offices
The Labor and Economic Development Committee is discussing a major mixed-use development on Franklin, Jackson, and Main streets by MGI Louisville, LLC, including 225-300 apartments, a hotel, office and retail space, and a parking garage, financed through industrial revenue bonds. The committee will also consider…
Planning Commission to discuss zoning methods and workforce housing definitions
The Louisa County Planning Commission will meet to discuss zoning strategies for growth and define temporary workforce housing and campgrounds. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Louisa County Public Meeting Room.
Planning Commission reviews subdivision plans and zoning amendments
The Urban County Planning Commission is reviewing several land subdivision items, including a residential group development on Winchester Road. The agenda also includes various waiver requests and a zone map amendment for property on Southland Drive.
Public hearing on zoning changes to comply with state housing growth mandate
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Middletown Zoning Code and Zoning Map to comply with Public Act 25-1, a state housing growth law. The commission will also consider two subdivision requests: one at 109 Old Road Drive (7.11 acres) and another at 159 Boston Road…
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 holds second reading of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget
The Urban County Council is conducting a second reading of the FY27 budget. This includes appropriations for various city funds, agencies, and instrumentalities through June 30, 2027. The council is also reviewing the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2027 through 2032.
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting cancelled
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2026.
Council to decide on settlement over Housing Element litigation
The Lafayette City Council will discuss and vote on a settlement agreement with the Housing Action Coalition to resolve litigation over the city's Housing Element (Case No. C25-0512). The council will also review and continue the proposed FY26-27 budget to June 22, discuss adoption timing for Objective Design…
Land Subdivision Technical Committee reviews development plans and waiver requests
The Land Subdivision Technical Committee met to review several development projects and requested waivers. Items include a multi-family residential proposal on Winchester Road and an amendment for commercial buildings on Mulundy Way.
Rezoning for Habitat for Humanity subdivision on Mount Holly Road
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and likely decide on a zoning change from R-4 to R-5 for a major subdivision on Mount Holly Road proposed by Habitat for Humanity. They will also hear appeals of two binding element citations for properties at 4826 Preston Hwy and 5323 New Cut Rd.
Amendment of development plan and TIF agreement for 700 E Main St
The committee will consider an ordinance to amend the development plan and local participation agreement for the NuLu Crossing project. This includes authorizing a 'released amount' payment under the updated terms for the property at 700 E Main St.
First reading of FY 2026-2027 budget ordinance
The Georgetown City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct first readings of several ordinances, including the FY 2026-2027 budget and two zoning text amendments. They will also consider contracts for the water and sewer service, approve a bulletproof vest grant, and receive an update on affordable housing.
Board considers housing at 200 W Broadway under SoBro plan
The Board will decide on a modified conditional use permit for residential housing at 200 W Broadway in the SoBro Planned Development District. It will also hear requests for variances from setback and parking lot requirements at several properties. Multiple applications for short-term rental permits and a continued…
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.
Committee reviews proposed FY2026-2027 executive budget
The Budget Committee holds hearings on the proposed budgets for the Office of Housing and Community Development and the Office of Violence Prevention. They will also review the Recommended Executive Budget for the entire metro government. The committee may vote on recommendations to the full council.
Planning Commission to hear Bluebird Luxury Lofts and multiple rezoning appeals
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals and zoning changes. Items include a revised detailed district development plan for Bluebird Luxury Lofts at 10619 Watterson Trail, two appeals of binding element citations, and rezoning requests for properties on S 7th Street, Taylor…
Public hearing on disabled veterans tax refund ordinance
The Fairfield Township Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance #2026-10, creating a 100% disabled veterans tax refund. The council will also introduce Ordinance #2026-11, amending Chapter 2 (Administration) of the township code. A consent agenda includes dozens of resolutions covering…
Planning Commission to review new storage facility and signage updates
The Planning Commission will consider a final development plan for a new self-storage and warehousing project. They will also review a request to allow individual freestanding signs for tenants at The Paddocks of Frankfort development.
Fiscal Court considers BESS and manufactured housing ordinances
The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold second readings for ordinances regarding a BESS moratorium and manufactured housing. The body will also review a Comprehensive Plan amendment and several resolutions including grain bin training and EMA program funds.
Public hearing on Appeal #1572 for a manufactured home in an Agricultural zone
The Henderson County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing on Appeal #1572, a request by Michael Shields to place a manufactured home on the property at 7358 Old Corydon Rd, which is zoned Agricultural. The board will also consider approval of the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. No other…
Mayor presents 2026-2027 proposed budget to council
The City Council will hear the Mayor's proposed FY2026-2027 budget and a regional competitiveness plan update. Council will hold first reading of a Safety Officer Ordinance and second reading of a budget amendment. A resolution to apply for ESG funds for affordable housing and homelessness prevention is up for…
Affordable Housing Committee discusses Live Local Act and Gateway Lofts project
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes, hear a legislative update, and discuss the Gateway Lofts project and the Live Local Act.