Proposed ordinance would outlaw drag racing on Lexington streets. See what would be banned.
The draft ordinance allows law enforcement to impound vehicles and fine owners up to $4,500 in some cases.
Regulation of properties rented for short stays through platforms like Airbnb. In Lexington, this covers licensing requirements, zoning restrictions, neighborhood impacts, and policy development for short-term rental operations.
Four individual properties account for as much as $52,400 in unpaid fines.
This week, Councilmembers will get an update on what local enforcement efforts look like.
Lexington's short-term rental regulations will stay in effect now that SB 61 can no longer be passed.
The Kentucky State House of Representatives passed a bill that would cancel out many of Lexington's short-term rental regulations. It's now up to the State Senate to take action.
The City assesses fines on short-term rentals when they don't maintain licenses or have a lot of nuisances.