Imagine Lexington, a department within Lexington Fayette Urban County Government’s (LFUCG) Division of Planning, is hosting a public hearing on Thursday, Feb. 16 to discuss its proposed 2045 Comprehension Plan.
Here’s what the plan proposes
Support neighborhoods
- Boost affordability and sustainability across housing developments
- Locate redevelopment opportunities in respect to surrounding neighborhoods
Expand environmental regulations
- Track and reduce LFUCG’s carbon footprint
- Implement sustainable-focused policies
- Incentivize climate-friendly practices
Create job growth
- Bolster opportunities for the agricultural industry, including local food production and agritourism
- Encourage entrepreneurship and small business growth through incubator programs and networking
- Tackle socio-economic issues that prevent residents from accessing good jobs
Make Lexington more desirable
- Improve transportation access and walkability
- Preserve historical sites
- Review recently updated parking policies
Want to attend? The hearing will be at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 200 East Main St. Can’t make it? Read through the entire 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
