Board of Adjustment Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Board of Adjustment met on August 11, 2025, at 1:30 PM in Lexington, Kentucky, with Brandon Gross presiding. The board considered 4 agenda items during the session, all of which involved Conditional Use Permit applications for residential properties. All 4 permits — for properties at 856 Della Drive, 3204 Post Oak Court, 901 Wishbone Circle, and 112 Ashley Woods Road — were approved. The board heard 4 public comments and took 4 votes over the course of the meeting.

Attendance

Board Meeting — July 14, 2025

Present: - Brandon Gross - Bob Sturdivant - Linda Tucker - Harry Clark - James Walker

Absent: None

Late: None

All five board members were present for the July 14, 2025 meeting, constituting a full attendance. No members were absent or arrived late.

Votes and Decisions

The Board considered four applications for conditional use permits for unhosted short-term rentals at its July 14, 2025 meeting. All four motions passed unanimously with a 5–0 vote. Voting in favor on each item were Brandon Gross, Bob Sturdivant, Linda Tucker, Harry Clark, and James Walker. No nays or abstentions were recorded on any item.

• PLN BOA 2539 – 856 Della Drive: Harry Clark moved approval and James Walker seconded. The Board approved the conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental, subject to four conditions. 2:40:07

• PLN BOA 2569 – 3204 Post Oak Court: Harry Clark moved approval and James Walker seconded. The Board approved the conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental, subject to four conditions. 3:23:54

• PLN BOA 2579 – 901 Wishbone Circle: James Walker moved approval and Harry Clark seconded. The Board approved the conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental, subject to four conditions. 4:54:30

• PLN BOA 2581 – 112 Ashley Woods Road: James Walker moved approval and Harry Clark seconded. The Board approved the conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental, subject to seven conditions as amended. 5:19:15

Public Comment

Four residents addressed the Board during the public comment period, with remarks focused on short-term rental applications in their respective neighborhoods.

• Richard Anderson spoke regarding the short-term rental application at 856 Della Drive 2:34:23. Anderson raised concerns about traffic and parking conditions on Della Drive, but stated that he ultimately supported the proposed short-term rental.

• Jeff Swain commented on the application at 588 Skyview Lane 3:06:48. Swain opposed the rental, arguing that deed restrictions in the neighborhood prohibit operating a business and warning that violations could result in fines for the applicant.

• Jane Brannan spoke in opposition to the short-term rental application at 901 Wishbone Circle 4:20:25. Brannan argued that allowing a short-term rental would alter the character of the neighborhood and cited the area's zoning intent, which designates the properties for single-family residential use.

• Charles Wisdom addressed the Board regarding the application at 112 Ashley Woods Road 5:11:20. Wisdom opposed the rental, referencing deed restrictions and expressing concern that increased use of the private road associated with a short-term rental operation would raise maintenance costs for residents.

Overall, three of the four speakers opposed their respective short-term rental applications, with deed restrictions, neighborhood character, zoning intent, and infrastructure costs cited as the primary concerns. Anderson's comments at 856 Della Drive were the sole instance of a resident expressing support, though he noted existing traffic and parking challenges on the street.

Appointments

The Board took the following appointment action during the July 14, 2025 meeting:

• Bob Sturdivant was appointed as Chair of the Board of Adjustment.

Contested Items

Two short-term rental applications drew notable community opposition at the July 14, 2025 Board meeting.

901 Wishbone Circle

Neighbors of the property at 901 Wishbone Circle spoke against the short-term rental application, raising concerns about increased traffic, safety, and the impact on neighborhood character. Multiple residents voiced opposition to the proposal. The structured data does not indicate a final recorded outcome for this item.

112 Ashley Woods Road

The application for a short-term rental at 112 Ashley Woods Road also faced pushback from neighboring residents. Opponents focused on two specific issues: the existence of deed restrictions they argued were incompatible with short-term rental use, and the financial burden that increased traffic and use of the private road could place on residents responsible for its maintenance costs. As with the Wishbone Circle item, no final outcome is recorded in the available data.

Both items reflect recurring tensions in short-term rental proceedings, where individual property applications intersect with broader concerns about community standards, private agreements, and shared infrastructure — though readers should consult the full meeting record for final Board decisions on each application.

Conditional Use Permit for 856 Della Drive

2:40:07

The Board took up agenda item PLN BOA 2539, a request for a conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental at 856 Della Drive.

Key speakers in this discussion included Jessica Dawn Taylor and Richard Anderson. The applicant presented their case to the Board in support of the permit, while neighboring residents raised concerns about the potential impacts of the short-term rental on the surrounding area, specifically regarding traffic and parking.

Following the presentation and public comment, the Board approved the conditional use permit for the unhosted short-term rental at 856 Della Drive.

Conditional Use Permit for 3204 Post Oak Court

Agenda Item: PLN BOA 2569 | 3:23:54

The Board considered a conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental at 3204 Post Oak Court. Tanner Hoogerheide, the applicant, appeared before the Board to explain their plans for the property and address questions from members.

During the discussion, the Board examined the application and raised compliance issues related to the proposed unhosted short-term rental use. The conversation centered on the applicant's plans for operating the rental and ensuring the property would meet applicable requirements.

The Board ultimately approved the conditional use permit for the unhosted short-term rental at 3204 Post Oak Court.

Conditional Use Permit for 901 Wishbone Circle

Agenda Item: PLN BOA 2579 4:54:30

The Board took up consideration of a conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental at 901 Wishbone Circle. Key speakers during this item included Stephanie Quinn and Jane Brannan.

During the discussion, neighbors raised concerns about the potential impacts of the proposed unhosted short-term rental on the surrounding area, specifically citing:

• Traffic generated by short-term rental guests
• Neighborhood character and the effect of transient occupancy on the residential community

Following the presentation and public discussion, the Board voted to approve the conditional use permit for the unhosted short-term rental at 901 Wishbone Circle.

Conditional Use Permit for 112 Ashley Woods Road

Agenda Item: PLN BOA 2581 5:19:15

The Board took up consideration of a conditional use permit for an unhosted short-term rental located at 112 Ashley Woods Road. Key speakers during this item included Scott Chew and Charles Wisdom.

During the discussion, neighboring property owners raised concerns on two primary fronts:

• Deed restrictions: Neighbors cited existing deed restrictions applicable to the property or surrounding area as a basis for opposing the permit.
• Road maintenance: Concerns were also raised regarding the impact of short-term rental traffic on road maintenance in the area.

The Board deliberated on the application, weighing the presented concerns against the merits of the conditional use permit request for the unhosted short-term rental use.

Outcome: The Board approved the conditional use permit for 112 Ashley Woods Road.