by Jillian Riseman, CivicLex LEXINGTON, Ky. — In last Thursday’s Planning Commission Work Session, Senior Long Range Planner Hal Baillie presented a comprehensive list of changes to land use policy called the Urban Growth Management Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. The Urban Growth Management ZOTA proposes a significant number of changes aimed at advancing goals…
LEXINGTON, KY — In a move that has sparked both support and dissent among council members and the public, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council passed ordinances Thursday setting ad valorem tax rates for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The decision comes after extensive discussions and debates, including a notable contribution from Councilmember Dave Sevigny. Financial…
LEXINGTON, KY – The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council is preparing for a critical work session on Tuesday, where they will discuss the implications of Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 132.020 and ad valorem tax options for Fiscal Year 2024. The presentation on ad valorem taxes is a key item on the agenda. Understanding KRS 132.020 KRS 132.020, effective as of…
by Paul Oliva, Web Editor LEXINGTON, Ky. — After years of persistent appeals from parents, Fayette County Public Schools is set to present a proposal to the school board for a new $57.8 million building for the Rise STEM Academy for Girls. The proposal, according to documents released on Friday, will be on the…
LEXINGTON, KY – Real estate in Fayette County is always buzzing, but the first half of 2023 has seen some notable players in the market. LLCs accounted for 395 of 1,584 total property sales, or 24.94% of the market, according to the Fayette PVA. Here’s a breakdown of the top property purchasers in Fayette County…
Lexington, KY – The short-term rental market in Lexington, Kentucky, is not only showing signs of strain but also exhibits a concerning ratio of short-term rental listings to available housing inventory, mirroring concerns raised by housing consultant Nick Gerli in a viral tweet thread about the Airbnb market in some American cities like Austin,…