Jeffersontown vs Louisville
How do beekeeping rules compare between Jeffersontown, KY and Louisville, KY?
Jeffersontown, KY
Jefferson County
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Louisville, KY
Jefferson County
Louisville Metro allows beekeeping under its 2021 Urban Agriculture amendments to the Land Development Code. No specific standalone beekeeping ordinance exists; hives are regulated as part of urban agriculture uses. State regulations under KRS Chapter 252 (bee disease control) apply.
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| Fact | Jeffersontown | Louisville |
|---|---|---|
| Local Code | - | LDC Urban Agriculture Ordinance (21-LDC-0003) |
| State Requirement | - | Register with KDA under KRS Ch. 252 |
| Hive Limits | - | No specific Metro hive count limit (LDC standards apply) |
| Independent Zoning Cities | - | 12 suburban cities in Jefferson County may differ |
| General Attitude | - | Permissive — beekeeping encouraged |
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Louisville FAQ
Can I keep bees in my backyard in Louisville?
Louisville Metro allows beekeeping under its 2021 Urban Agriculture amendments to the Land Development Code. No specific standalone beekeeping ordinance exists; hives are regulated as part of urban agriculture uses. State regulations under KRS Chapter 252 (bee disease control) apply.
What are the beekeeping regulations in Louisville?
Local Code: LDC Urban Agriculture Ordinance (21-LDC-0003). State Requirement: Register with KDA under KRS Ch. 252. Hive Limits: No specific Metro hive count limit (LDC standards apply). Independent Zoning Cities: 12 suburban cities in Jefferson County may differ.
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