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Court approves zone change for 1330 Boonesborough Road to allow UC‑2 multifamily development
Summary
Madison County Fiscal Court adopted an ordinance on second reading to reclassify about 14.02 acres at 1330 Boonesborough Road from UC‑4/Interstate Commercial to UC‑2 multi‑family residential after a unanimous planning commission recommendation and a traffic study showing no material negative impact.
Madison County Fiscal Court on Jan. 28 adopted the second reading of Ordinance 2025‑51 to reclassify roughly 14.02 acres at 1330 Boonesborough Road from UC‑4/Interstate Commercial to UC‑2 multi‑family residential.
Preston Werley, attorney with McBrayer Law Firm representing the applicant JHV Construction, told the court the site is appropriate for high‑density housing and aligns with the county comprehensive plan and future land‑use map. "I would put to you that this particular development for multi family in this area of the county is ideal for what your, comprehensive plan calls for," Werley said, citing nearby infrastructure and letters from utility providers on water and sewer capacity.
Werley and county staff also cited a traffic analysis from Vision Engineering that found the development would not have a material negative effect on the existing road network and noted that, under projected growth conditions, a future turn lane might be warranted at some point, to be determined by state highway engineers. The planning commission held a public hearing Dec. 17, 2024, and voted unanimously to recommend approval.
The ordinance requires the Madison County GIS coordinator to amend the official zoning map and directs the county clerk to publish the ordinance in accordance with the Kentucky Revised Statutes. The ordinance becomes effective on the date of second reading and adoption.
During discussion, some court members reiterated broader concerns about county growth rates, long‑term revenue implications of residential development versus commercial development, and the need to review housing projections and the comprehensive plan; the court directed staff to provide a presentation on housing and growth data at a future meeting.
Ending — The zoning change passed on second reading. County staff will update the official zoning map and publish the ordinance pursuant to state statute; follow‑up items include a planned presentation to the court on housing growth and fiscal impacts.
