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Lazenby Preserve, una nueva comunidad planificada en el condado de Lee cerca de Red River Gorge, comenzó a ofrecer sus primeros lotes residenciales privados en junio, aprovechando el creciente turismo de naturaleza en el este de Kentucky. El desarrollo de aproximadamente 1,800 acres reservará espacio para actividades recreativas como senderismo y observación de vida silvestre, priorizando espacios abiertos y la conservación ambiental sobre la densidad de construcción. Este proyecto refleja la tendencia nacional hacia viviendas enfocadas en el turismo al aire libre y busca revitalizar económicamente al condado de Lee, que ha enfrentado desafíos tras la disminución de la minería del carbón.
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A new master-planned community in Lee County is now welcoming its first homebuyers as eastern Kentucky taps into surging outdoor tourism. Lazenby Preserve announced on June 18 that it is offering initial private home sites to the public, positioned just minutes from Slade and the region’s renowned natural attractions.
The development reflects a national trend toward outdoor-focused living, combining private home ownership with preserved land and recreational access. According to a press release, approximately 1,800 acres within the community will be set aside for recreational use, including hiking, trail riding, and wildlife viewing. Rather than emphasizing density, the development prioritizes open space and environmental stewardship.
Virginia “Gigi” Lazenby, who founded the preserve, said the vision is “to create a place where people can slow down, enjoy the land, and feel connected to the outdoors.” The project includes opportunities for weekend retreats, second homes, and investment properties, with designated areas for RV and tent camping kept separate from residential zones to protect community character.
The initial phase, called Zachariah Landing, offers smaller home sites suited for efficient, low-impact construction. Future phases will feature gated sections with larger parcels and custom-built homes designed to capitalize on the region’s terrain and scenic views.
Lee County, located in the Eastern Coal Field region, has faced economic challenges in recent decades as coal mining declined. The county’s population has remained relatively flat, hovering near 7,400 as of 2020. The Lazenby Preserve project emerges as Red River Gorge continues to attract visitors, with the area now a major outdoor recreation destination featuring hiking, rock climbing, and river activities.
Prospective buyers can learn more at www.lazenbypreserve.com.
This article was generated by AI (claude-haiku-4-5-20251001) based on source material from Lane Report (KY Business), enriched with 3 web searches. The original source is available at https://www.lanereport.com/188195/2026/06/the-lazenby-preserve-takes-shape-near-red-river-gorge/.
