Rental Inspections in Kentucky (2026)
4 rules on the books across Kentucky, 3 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Inspection Programs
Proactive rental inspection programs, registration requirements, systematic and periodic inspection cycles, what inspectors check, and the fees landlords pay to fund them.
Tenant Complaint Process
How tenants can file complaints about code violations, what triggers a city inspection, and protections against landlord retaliation for reporting issues.
Lexington
Some RestrictionsKentucky's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, adopted locally under Sec. 12-54, bars a Lexington landlord…
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Some RestrictionsTenants in pre-1978 Louisville Metro rental units can request a lead-hazard inspection by appointment, with priority…
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Light RestrictionsOldham County adopted the state's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in full, countywide, and blocks any city…
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