Planning Commission Subdivision Items

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Planning Commission convened on May 8, 2025, at 1:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Urban County Government Building, located at 200 East Main Street, Lexington, Kentucky. The meeting addressed 13 agenda items spanning final and preliminary subdivision plans, development plans, and public facilities reviews. Over the course of the meeting, 8 motions and votes were taken and 1 public comment was heard. Of the 11 subdivision and development plan items considered, 10 were approved and 1 — the Development Plans for Locust Hill Shopping Center (B-6P Area) (Jaggers) (AMD) — was postponed. The two public facilities review items produced split outcomes: the Bluegrass Airport review was found not in compliance, while the Deer Haven Park review was found in compliance.

Votes and Decisions

The Commission took action on eight items during the May 8, 2025 meeting, with all items passing.

• PLN-MJSUB-25-00001 (Approval with Conditions): Motioned by Mr. Pim and seconded by Commissioner Barksdale, the Commission unanimously approved PLN-MJSUB-25-00001 subject to 12 conditions as presented by staff. Vote: 9–0. 1:05:57

• PLN-MJSUB-25-00001 (Waiver): Mr. Pim moved and Commissioner Barksdale seconded approval of a waiver associated with PLN-MJSUB-25-00001. The motion passed unanimously, 9–0. 1:07:07

• PLN-MJDP-25-00001 – GDK Farm, LLC (Approval with Conditions): Motioned by Mr. Mickler and seconded by Commissioner Barksdale, the Commission unanimously approved PLN-MJDP-25-00001 for GDK Farm, LLC with conditions as presented. Vote: 9–0. 1:37:29

• PLN-MJDP-25-00001 – GDK Farm, LLC (Two Waivers): Mr. Mickler moved and Mr. Wilson seconded approval of two waivers for PLN-MJDP-25-00001, with three additional conditions appended. The motion passed unanimously, 9–0. 1:38:03

• PLN-MJDP-25-00020 – Hospitality Motor Inns: Mr. Wilson moved and Mr. Nichol seconded approval of PLN-MJDP-25-00020 for Hospitality Motor Inns subject to 15 conditions identified by staff. The motion passed unanimously, 9–0. 1:43:37

• PLN-MJDP-25-00022 – Shriners Hospital/Masonic Temple Association: Mr. Owens moved and Mr. Pim seconded approval of PLN-MJDP-25-00022 for Shriners Hospital/Masonic Temple Association subject to 12 conditions. The motion passed 9–0, with 1 abstention. 1:57:19

• Bluegrass Airport Expansion – Comprehensive Plan Compliance: Mr. Mickler moved and Mr. Owens seconded a determination that the Bluegrass Airport expansion is not in compliance with the comprehensive plan. The motion passed on a roll call vote of 5–4. 2:23:01

• Deer Haven Park – Comprehensive Plan Compliance: Mr. Mickler moved and Commissioner Worth seconded a determination that the Deer Haven Park proposal is in compliance with the comprehensive plan. The motion passed on a roll call vote of 8–1, with 1 abstention. 2:37:01

Public Comment

One member of the public addressed the Commission during the public comment period. 2:36:14

• Mr. Murphy, representing North 40 Properties, spoke in support of the Deer Haven Park project. He expressed enthusiasm for the proposal, citing demand for such a facility within the neighborhood.

No additional public comments were recorded for this meeting.

Contested Items

• Bluegrass Airport Expansion: The commission considered a proposal related to the expansion of Bluegrass Airport, which resulted in a split vote. The item was ultimately deemed not in compliance with the comprehensive plan. Commissioners raised concerns specifically around environmental goals and parking design standards as the basis for the finding of non-compliance. No further details regarding the vote tally, individual commissioner positions, or the specific nature of the proposed expansion were provided in the available data.

Final Subdivision Plans - LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL INC., SECTION 1, LOT 7 (AMD)

1:05:57

The Commission took up the amended final subdivision plan for Lexmark International Inc., Section 1, Lot 7. The proposal involves subdividing a single existing lot into three lots and establishing sanitary and storm easements on the property.

A representative from Abbie Jones Consulting presented the plan to the Commission. Prior to the full Commission meeting, the Subdivision Committee had reviewed the application and recommended approval subject to conditions.

The Commission approved the plan in accordance with the Subdivision Committee's recommendation.

Preliminary Subdivision Plans - LEXINGTON CENTER CORPORATION HIGH STREET PARKING LOT PROPERTY

1:07:07

The Commission took up agenda item 2, a request for preliminary subdivision plan approval from Lexington Center Corporation for its High Street Parking Lot property. The plan proposes the creation of 5 lots and depicts the associated street layout for the site.

Gresham Smith was the key speaker presenting on this item. Prior to the full Commission's consideration, the Subdivision Committee had reviewed the proposal and recommended approval subject to conditions.

The Commission approved the preliminary subdivision plans, consistent with the Subdivision Committee's recommendation.

Development Plans - PAPPERT PROPERTY (AMD)

1:37:29

The Commission took up Agenda Item 3, an amendment to the development plans for the Pappert Property. The amendment revises the street layout for single-family dwellings within the development.

EA Partners presented on behalf of the project. The Subdivision Committee had previously reviewed the amendment and recommended re-approval subject to conditions.

The Commission considered the Subdivision Committee's recommendation and the proposed street layout changes before reaching a decision. The amendment was approved.

Development Plans - GDK FARM, LLC (TURNER PROPERTY)

1:38:03

The Commission took up Agenda Item 4, a development plan submitted by GDK Farm, LLC for the property known as the Turner Property. The plan was presented by Eagle Engineering and calls for the development of 9 single-family residential lots and 20 townhomes.

Prior to the full Commission meeting, the Subdivision Committee reviewed the proposal and recommended approval subject to conditions. The Commission ultimately approved the development plan.

*Note: Specific conditions attached to the approval, individual commissioner comments, and any concerns raised during deliberation are not reflected in the available meeting data for this item.*

Development Plans - LOCUST HILL SHOPPING CENTER (B-6P AREA) (JAGGERS) (AMD)

The Commission took up Agenda Item 5, an amendment to the development plans for the Locust Hill Shopping Center, located within a B-6P zoning area, involving a Jaggers restaurant.

The amendment proposed a revised building and parking layout for the site, along with the addition of a double car drive-through. The plans were presented by Greenberg Farrow, the firm representing the applicant.

Prior to the full Commission's consideration, the Subdivision Committee reviewed the amendment and recommended postponement. In keeping with that recommendation, the item was postponed by the Commission and did not advance to a final decision at this meeting.

No additional details regarding the specific concerns that prompted the Subdivision Committee's postponement recommendation are reflected in the available meeting record.

Development Plans - LEESTOWN INDUSTRIAL PARK, UNIT 1, BLOCK B, LOTS 1A & 2

This agenda item (Item 6) addressed development plans for Lots 1A and 2 in Block B of Leestown Industrial Park, Unit 1. The plan depicts a proposed structure along with associated site improvements for the two lots.

Presenter: Banks Engineering represented the applicant and presented the development plans to the Commission.

Background: Prior to the full Commission meeting, the Subdivision Committee reviewed the proposal and recommended approval with conditions.

Outcome: The Commission approved the development plans, consistent with the Subdivision Committee's recommendation. The approval was granted with conditions, though the specific conditions are not detailed in the available meeting record.

No additional details regarding specific concerns raised during discussion, the nature of the proposed structure, or the precise conditions attached to the approval are reflected in the available meeting data.

Development Plans - HOSPITALITY MOTOR INNS (BP OIL INC.) (AMD)

1:43:37

The Commission took up Agenda Item 7, an amendment to the development plan for Hospitality Motor Inns (BP Oil Inc.). The amendment proposes the removal of an existing gas station on the site and the construction of a new building in a different location within the same property.

A representative from Earthcycle Design presented on behalf of the applicant, outlining the scope of the proposed changes under the amendment.

Prior to the full Commission's consideration, the Subdivision Committee had reviewed the application and recommended approval with conditions.

The Commission considered the amendment and ultimately approved the item, consistent with the Subdivision Committee's recommendation.

Development Plans - SCHROYER PROPERTY LOTS 3 & 4 (PALOMAR PLACE) (AMD)

The Commission considered an amendment to the development plans for Lots 3 & 4 of the Schroyer Property, located within the Palomar Place development in the R-4 zone. The amendment addressed the building and parking layout for the two lots.

Earthcycle Design presented on behalf of the applicant. The Subdivision Committee had previously reviewed the proposal and recommended approval subject to conditions.

The Commission approved the amended development plans as recommended by the Subdivision Committee.

Development Plans - SHRINERS HOSPITAL/MASONIC TEMPLE ASSOCIATION OF LEXINGTON, L

1:57:19

The Commission took up Agenda Item 9, an amendment to the development plans for the Shriners Hospital/Masonic Temple Association of Lexington, Lots 1 & 2. The amendment sought to add an accessory drive-through facility to the site, along with revisions to the parking layout and open space configuration.

A representative from Vision Engineering presented the proposal on behalf of the applicant. The amendment represented a modification to the previously approved development plan, with the drive-through facility serving as the primary new element introduced through this revision.

Prior to the full Commission hearing, the Subdivision Committee had reviewed the application and recommended approval subject to conditions. No significant concerns or notable debate were recorded during the Commission's consideration of the item.

The Commission approved the amended development plans for Lots 1 & 2 in accordance with the Subdivision Committee's recommendation.

Development Plans - COVEY RIDGE DEVELOPMENT, LOT 4

The Commission considered development plans submitted by D & J Realty, Inc. for Lot 4 of the Covey Ridge Development. The proposal involves the construction of a facility intended for the indoor storage of large recreational vehicles.

Prior to the full Commission meeting, the Subdivision Committee reviewed the application and recommended approval with conditions. The specifics of those conditions are not detailed in the available meeting record.

The Commission ultimately approved the development plans for the Covey Ridge Development, Lot 4.

*No transcript timestamp is available for this agenda item.*

Development Plans - CHARLES & DARLENE MARTHA PROPERTY

This agenda item (Item 11) addressed development plans for the Charles & Darlene Martha property, with the submitted plan depicting the building layout, parking, and overall site arrangement for a commercial wood lot operation.

The presentation was made by Contour Collaborative, LLC, who represented the project before the Commission. The plan provided details on the proposed physical layout of the commercial wood lot, including the placement of structures and parking facilities on the site.

Prior to the full Commission meeting, the Subdivision Committee reviewed the proposal and recommended approval with conditions. The Commission considered this recommendation as part of its deliberations on the item.

The Commission ultimately approved the development plans for the Charles & Darlene Martha property, consistent with the Subdivision Committee's conditional recommendation.

Public Facilities Review - Bluegrass Airport

2:23:01

The Commission took up Agenda Item 12, a Public Facilities Review for a proposed expansion of Bluegrass Airport. The project as presented included expansion of administrative offices, relocation of the Aviation Museum, and expansion of parking areas.

Key speakers on this item included representatives from HDR and Tyler Miller, who presented details of the proposed expansion to the Commission.

• The review covered multiple components of the airport expansion project, including administrative office space, the repositioning of the Aviation Museum on the site, and additional parking capacity.
• Following the presentation and discussion, the Commission determined that the proposed project was not in compliance with the applicable review standards.

The Public Facilities Review process is used to evaluate whether proposed public facility projects are consistent with adopted plans and policies. The not-in-compliance finding indicates the project, as submitted, did not meet the necessary criteria under that review.

Public Facilities Review - Deer Haven Park

2:37:01

Agenda Item 13 brought before the Commission a Public Facilities Review for Deer Haven Park, a proposed new city park. The item was classified as a discussion and was presented by Parks and Recreation Staff.

The review covered plans for the new park facility, which is proposed to include the following amenities:

• Pickleball courts
• A playground
• A shelter

Parks and Recreation Staff presented the proposal to the Commission as part of the required Public Facilities Review process, which evaluates whether proposed public infrastructure is consistent with applicable plans and standards.

The Commission determined that the proposed Deer Haven Park is in compliance, concluding the review with a favorable outcome for the project.

*Note: Detailed discussion points, specific concerns raised, and additional commentary beyond what is reflected in the available structured data are not captured in the provided record for this item.*