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MUNI LOUISVILLE COUNTYlocal legislationPublic Hearing

Zoning Permit Request for Short-Term Rental at 5710 Southern Parkway

Original title: Request: Conditional Use Permit to allow short term rental of a dwelling unit that is not the primary residence of the owner Project Name: Short Term Rental Location: 5710 Southern Pky Applicant: Marytodd Gagel Representative: Marytodd Gagel Jurisdiction: Louisville Metro Council District: District 21 - Besty Ruhe Case Manager: Catherine Gomez, Planner I

Record date · June 1, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment is reviewing a request for a to operate a short-term rental at 5710 Southern Parkway. The property is not the primary residence of the owner, Marytodd Gagel.

Why it matters

This permit, if approved, would allow the property owner to legally operate a short-term rental at a location that is not their primary home, changing the permitted land use for this specific address.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Marytodd Gagel

The applicant is seeking legal authorization to operate a short-term rental at a non-primary residence.

Directly affected

Residents of 5710 Southern Parkway neighborhood

Local residents may be affected by changes in land use and occupancy patterns at the subject property.

Key Facts

The applicant is seeking a Conditional Use Permit to operate a short-term rental.
The property is located at 5710 Southern Parkway.
The property is not the primary residence of the owner, Marytodd Gagel.
The case is filed under number 26-CUP-0073.

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The application is currently in the 'Public Hearing' status.
The case is being reviewed by the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
The project is located in Council District 21, represented by Betsy Ruhe.
The case manager assigned to the project is Catherine Gomez.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Conditional Use Permit?

It is a zoning tool that allows a property owner to use their land in a way that is not automatically permitted by right, provided they meet specific conditions set by the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

How can I participate in the public hearing?

The document indicates the status is 'Public Hearing,' but does not provide the date or location for the hearing; residents should contact the Louisville Metro Planning Department for meeting details.

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Connected Entities

Marytodd Gagel, Catherine Gomez, Louisville Metro and 3 more

PersonMarytodd Gagel“Property owner and applicant for the conditional use permit.”Map →

PersonCatherine Gomez“Planner I and case manager for the application.”Map →

OrganizationLouisville Metro“The local government jurisdiction overseeing the zoning application.”Map →

location5710 Southern Pky“The specific property address subject to the zoning request.”Map →

PersonBetsy Ruhe“Council member for District 21.”Map →

other26-CUP-0073“The official file number for the zoning case.”Map →

Sources

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