What to know about Barren County’s proposed zoning ordinance
In an interview with Barrenside, Planning and Zoning Director Kevin Myatt explained key aspects of Barren County’s proposed zoning ordinance.
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In an interview with Barrenside, Planning and Zoning Director Kevin Myatt explained key aspects of Barren County’s proposed zoning ordinance.
The proposed office is part of a statewide effort to establish new regional licensing offices in Barren, Bullitt and Oldham counties.
Commission to consider first countywide zoning ordinance, proposed zoning map and fee schedule
The project, announced in October 2025, aims to expand grain storage options for farmers in Barren County and surrounding areas, reducing transportation costs and potentially creating additional economic opportunities through local agricultural processing.
The Glasgow City Council tabled a vote on rezoning a West Washington Street property, where a 75-unit senior housing complex could be developed.
Despite the delay, crews have made progress at the site over the past month.
In its motion to dismiss, the Planning Commission argues the lawsuit is premature because the commission only recommends zoning changes and the City Council retains final authority over the request.
The approximately 2.94-acre property at 318 W. Washington St. is owned by the Barren County Fiscal Court and contains the former Barren County Health Department and historic Howard Clinic building.
The new location will be in a historic building and is being developed in collaboration with Indigo Fox, an event venue and pop-up studio associated with Foxhole in the Grove.