Louisville Metro LDC requires driveways in residential front or street-side yards to be no wider than 20 feet and paved with a hard or semi-pervious surface. Driveways must lead to a garage, carport, house, or backyard. Parking on unimproved surfaces in the front yard is prohibited.
The Louisville Metro LDC governs front and street-side yard driveway standards in residential zones. Parking in the front or street-side yard is allowed only on a hard surface or approved semi-pervious driveway no wider than 20 feet that leads to a garage, carport, house, or backyard. Off-street parking is prohibited in all required building setbacks unless specifically authorized by form district regulations. Residents may park as many vehicles as they wish including inoperable/unregistered vehicles, provided they are inside an enclosed garage. Aprons (the transition area from street to property) must also comply with setback and surface standards. New driveway installations may require a permit from Codes & Regulations.
Parking on unpaved front yard areas: code enforcement citation. Driveways exceeding 20 feet width or not meeting surface requirements: code violation. Fines vary; repeat violations can lead to liens.
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