7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
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Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) LDC restricts RV and trailer parking in residential districts. RVs/boats over 25 feet or trailers over 16 feet are classified as 'Heavy Trucks' with strict limits. Medium-sized RVs (under the Heavy Truck thresholds) are allowed on lots 20,000+ sq ft, but not in front yards or street-facing sides.
Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) LDC requires residential driveways in front or street-side yards to be no wider than 20 feet and surfaced with a hard or semi-pervious material. Driveways must lead to a garage, carport, house, or backyard. Parking on unpaved front yards is prohibited.
Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) LDC restricts large commercial vehicles in residential zones. Heavy Trucks (multi-axle vehicles, trailers over 16 feet) are generally prohibited in residential districts. Light commercial vehicles (vans, pickups) follow standard residential parking rules. PARC and Code Enforcement handle violations.
Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) street parking is governed by LMCO Chapter 72 and enforced by PARC (Parking Authority of River City) and Louisville Metro Police. Restrictions vary by neighborhood, posted signage, and permit zones. Inoperable/unregistered vehicles must be stored in an enclosed garage, not on the street.
Louisville Metro has no blanket overnight parking ban on public streets. LMCO Chapter 72 prohibits parking over 72 hours in one spot, and posted restricted zones (2-6 AM) exist near hospitals and downtown.
Louisville Metro requires an electrical permit for Level 2 EV charger installation under the 2018 Kentucky Residential Code. HOAs cannot prohibit EV chargers on owner property per KRS §381.9701 (2022 solar/EV protections).
LMCO §72.31 defines abandoned vehicles on public streets as those left over 72 hours. KRS §189.450 and §82.620 govern statewide removal. Private property junk vehicles regulated under LMCO Chapter 156 (Property Maintenance).
1 cities in Jefferson County have their own parking rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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