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Council adopts stormwater code changes to limit permanent structures over drainage infrastructure
Summary
By voice vote the council adopted ordinance 2024-053 amending Chapter 15 to prohibit permanent structures within stormwater easements, allow only temporary above-ground uses without permanent foundations, and require stormwater administrator approval for altering public drainage.
Lexington’s City Council on Nov. 12 adopted ordinance 2024-053, a text amendment to Chapter 15 of the city code that tightens restrictions on development above, within and near stormwater infrastructure.
Staff told the council the changes respond to situations where buildings or permanent structures were proposed over known stormwater pipes or channels, which complicates future maintenance and increases risk to property owners. The amendment allows…
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