Alliance Supports Program & Incentives to Fix Sewers on Private Property
For several weeks, the Alliance has been watching an issue that will impact Lexington's efforts to fix its sewer and water quality problems.
Tag: Position Statement
Angliana Development Falls Through
The Fayette Alliance appreciates Mr. Krikorian's efforts to make this innovative development project happen. We'll keep you posted of all progress.
The Alliance Supports Accountable Development
These changes will provide greater accountability and efficiency, ensuring that developers actually build what was proposed to government and permitted during the zoning process. Let Council know what you think.
Helping Our Neighborhoods: Alliance Supports New Building Inspection Measures
By authorizing a “right of entry”, inspectors will gain needed access inside those buildings that have zoning ordinance violations—greatly strengthening LFUCG’s ability to inspect, address and remediate public safety issues created by such violations.
Affordable Housing
There is a shortage of affordable housing in Lexington. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the cost of an “affordable” home—including taxes, maintenance and other costs—should not exceed 30% of a household’s monthly income. This is particularly alarming since 18.1% of all renter households in Lexington spend more than 50% of...
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The Fayette Alliance Supports Federal Funding to Conserve KY’s Natural Resources
The Fayette Alliance is joining the Nature Conservancy, Bluegrass Tomorrow, Kentucky Thoroughbred Association, and countless other organizations to support dedicated funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF).
The Fayette Alliance Urges Southland Christian to be Creative in Redeveloping Lex Mall Site
Southland Christian Church is in the process of purchasing the abandoned 32-acre Lexington Mall site, and aims to build a satellite church campus on the property for $30 million. The mall is currently zoned “Business” B-6P, which allows church uses. Initial development plans include demolishing the one-story portion of the mall, and in its place...
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The Fayette Alliance Successfully Opposes RV Park at Board of Adjustment
On June 24th, The Fayette Alliance joined the LFUCG Planning Staff in opposing a temporary R.V. Park on property located at 2215 Mary Fay Place and 1201 Providence Place Parkway. The proposal included the construction of 100 R.V. parking sites—approximately 30’ feet wide—on the property, complete with necessary graveling, etc. The R.V. park would be used...
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The Fayette Alliance Supports Changing the Definition of “Family” to Help Fix Student Housing Issues Around U.K.
On June 10th, the Urban County Council unanimously adopted this legislation into law. The Alliance supported this proposal which will promote the property rights of landlords and homeowners, and the quality of life in our established neighborhoods. This measure will limit the number of unrelated persons living in single-family and two-family homes and the size...
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The Fayette Alliance Supports Application for Brownfields Assessment Grant
In October 2009, LFUCG applied for $400,000 in federal funding to perform a community-wide brownfields assessment. The Fayette Alliance endorsed LFUCG’s brownfield assessment grant application because it will improve Lexington’s quality of life potential. Please click here to view our statement of support. LFUCG received partial funding for the project. With this financing, LFUCG will...
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