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RezonePending200, 201, 250, 251 and 301 Canebrake Dr., Lexington, KY (Council District 12)

Canebrake Drive Rezone (0016-26)

Lexington

Description

First reading of a request to rezone about 74 acres from agricultural-rural to medium-density residential and light industrial. The Planning Commission already recommended approval 8-0; the council will take it up by February 18.

Impact summary

If approved, the land could host a mix of housing and light industrial development in District 12, changing the character of a currently agricultural area.

Applicant

Name
Scotty Baesler
Address
200, 201, 250, 251 and 301 Canebrake Dr., Lexington, KY (Council District 12)

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Last discussed Jan 15, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Jan 15, 2026

Urban County Council Work Copy — January 15, 2026

First reading of a request to rezone about 74 acres from agricultural-rural to medium-density residential and light industrial. The Planning Commission already recommended approval 8-0; the council will take it up by February 18.

Related issues (1)

Canebrake Drive rezoning (65.69 acres)

About 74 acres on Canebrake Drive in District 12 could shift from agricultural to a mix of medium-density housing and light industrial use. First reading only — the real debate comes later, with a deadline of February 18.

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