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.
Under the Louisville Metro LDC, residential driveways in the front and street-side yards are regulated for width and surface material. Permissible off-street parking in these areas is limited to driveways no wider than 20 feet with a hard or approved semi-pervious surface leading to a garage, carport, house, or backyard. Off-street parking in required building setbacks is prohibited unless specifically authorized by form district regulations. Parking on grass, gravel, or other unpaved surfaces in the front yard is a code violation. New driveway installations may require a permit from Codes & Regulations.
Parking on unpaved front yard surfaces: code enforcement citation. Driveways wider than 20 feet or not meeting surface requirements: code violation. Fines and potential liens for noncompliance.
Jefferson County, KY
Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) regulates barking dogs under LMCO Chapter 91. Dogs that bark, howl, or whine persistently in a manner unreasonably distur...
Jefferson County, KY
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Jefferson County, KY
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Jefferson County, KY
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Jefferson County, KY
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Jefferson County, KY
Jefferson County (Louisville Metro) LDC sets fence heights by location and form district. Front yards allow 42 inches (Traditional) or 48 inches (Suburban). ...
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