R-6 Zone in Louisville, KY
R-6 zoning district rules in Louisville, KY. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-6 zone in Louisville, KY is a residential district (Single-Family Residential). Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling. Louisville Metro is auto-dependent outside downtown and the NuLu corridor. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements in some downtown and transit-adjacent areas.
Source: Louisville Metro Land Development Code (LDC) — Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source