Right to Farm in Franklin County, KY (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Franklin County, Kentucky.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Franklin County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Agricultural Zoning Protection
Unincorporated Franklin County, Kentucky has an AG Agricultural District built to emphasize agricultural production and preserve rural character. Under § 155.135(G), land used solely for farming has no building permit, certificate of occupancy, height, yard or location requirements for agricultural buildings, with floodplain and road-setback exceptions.
AG Agricultural District in Unincorporated Franklin County, Kentucky
Light RestrictionsFranklin County Code § 155.135
(A) Purpose. ... This district is intended to recognize agricultural land to establish regulations which emphasize agricultural production and preserve a rural character. (B) General uses intended. The raising of agricultural crops or livestock, forestry and hunting or game preserves; ancillary services inherent to farming are also permitted (see use table); single dwelling residences, churches...
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