The Louisville Metro Council approved a zoning change for a parcel located at 7904 Third Street Road, converting it from R-4 Residential Single Family to R-5A Residential Multi-Family. The rezoning was initiated by the Louisville Metro Housing Authority with the intent to develop an affordable multifamily residential project. The proposal includes the construction of 96 affordable housing units over 8.3 acres, with LDG Development serving as the developer and Kersey & Kersey as the architectural firm. The project aims to meet growing affordable housing needs and aligns with Louisville Metro’s housing strategy. The site plan includes adequate parking, open space, and compliance with setbacks and other dimensional standards. Public infrastructure improvements are anticipated to support the increased density. This rezoning supports a shift in land use patterns in the area by introducing higher-density residential development in a historically low-density neighborhood.
This rezoning supports the creation of nearly 100 affordable housing units in an underserved part of Louisville, helping address the city's critical housing shortage. It also signals a broader shift toward denser, more inclusive residential development in areas previously limited to single-family zoning.