MU Zone in Lexington, KY
MU zoning district rules in Lexington, KY. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MU zone in Lexington, KY is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
Lexington's Urban Growth Boundary means the city is relatively compact compared to Louisville, but it remains auto-dependent outside the downtown and Chevy Chase areas. LexTran provides bus service. UK's campus generates significant pedestrian and bicycle traffic in adjacent neighborhoods.
Source: LFUCG Zoning Ordinance — Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source