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Georgetown Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission(502) 867-3702
Building Code Edition
Kentucky Building Code (2018 IBC)
ADUs Allowed
No
Primary District
R-1 Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Georgetown

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — Kentucky

  • Building Code: Kentucky Building Code (2018 IBC)
View Kentucky zoning overview

County — Scott County

  • Role: Property records, tax assessment, joint planning with city

City / Municipal

The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.

Primary Zoning Districts

District CodeNameMin LotMax HeightFront SetbackSide SetbackRear SetbackFAR
R-1Single-Family Residential10,000 sq ft35 ft30 ft8 ft25 ft
R-3Multi-Family Residential6,000 sq ft45 ft25 ft10 ft25 ft
B-2General BusinessNone45 ft25 ft0 ft0 ft

ADU Rules in Georgetown

ADUs:Not Allowed
Max Size
N/A
Max Height
N/A
Rear Setback
N/A
Side Setback
N/A
Parking
N/A
Owner Occupancy
N/A
Permit Timeline
N/A
Full ADU rules for Georgetown

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Georgetown?
Georgetown does not currently have specific ADU provisions. Contact the Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission for options.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Georgetown?
Contact the Planning Commission at (502) 867-3702 or use the online zoning map.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Georgetown?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-3 districts and certain planned developments.