Lexington Local Information
Practical information for Lexington and Fayette County: who governs what, trash and recycling, permits, weather alerts and who to call, each linked to the official source.
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Trash and recycling pickup in Lexington: schedule, holidays, bulk
Lexington collects trash, recycling and yard waste weekly, usually on the same day. Holiday makeup days come before the holiday. LexCall: 311 or 859-425-2255.
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Lexington
Lexington, Fayette County and the neighbors: who governs what
How Lexington fits into Fayette County and Kentucky: the city, the county, Fayette County School District, the neighboring towns within 15 miles, and which one to call for what.
Property taxes
Fayette County property taxes: rates, due dates and how to appeal
Fayette County's 2026 tax bills are out. Pay by Nov. 1 for a 2% discount; full amount due by Dec. 31. Urban rate $1.2598 per $100. Sheriff: 859-252-1771.
Building permits
Building permits and zoning in Lexington
Lexington building permits go through the One-Stop Shop portal; Building Inspection is at 101 E. Vine St., 859-258-3770. Planning: 859-258-3160.
Roads
Lexington road closures: Tates Creek Road and Cooper Drive
Tates Creek Road inbound lane closed to Nov. 20, Cooper Drive to Dec. 18, North Broadway bridge work. Plus I-75, New Circle, GoKY and who to call.
Home prices
Lexington home prices and housing market
The typical Lexington home was worth $333,115 in August 2026, up 3.4% in a year and a new high, Zillow says. FHFA shows metro prices up 6.1% in a year.
Schools
Lexington schools guide: districts, calendars and ratings
Fayette County Public Schools teaches 42,138 students in 79 schools. 2026-27 calendar, how to enroll, board meetings and state ratings. 859-422-4100.
Things to do
Things to do in Lexington this month: October 2026
Lexington to early December: the Thriller Parade Oct. 25, the Jack-O-Lantern Trail Oct. 27-30, the Breeders' Cup Oct. 30-31 and Southern Lights from Nov. 27.
Voting
Voting in Fayette County: registration, polling places, early voting
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early voting Oct. 29-31 at six library vote centers. Mail ballot requests close Oct. 20. 859-255-8683.
Farmers markets
Lexington farmers markets
Lexington Farmers Market runs year-round Saturdays downtown, Sundays on Southland Drive and Tuesdays and Thursdays on National Avenue. SNAP is doubled.
Parks
Parks and trails in Lexington
Lexington's parks: the 8-mile Legacy Trail, 10-plus miles at Raven Run, Jacobson Park's lake and boats, eight dog parks and more. Parks: 859-288-2900.
Restaurant inspections
Restaurant inspection scores in Fayette County
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department inspects about 1,550 food businesses, usually twice a year. Search scores online; complaints: 859-231-9791.
Business
New businesses in Lexington
From city filings: a Pimlico Parkway drive-through, live music on Cherrybark Drive, a Todds Road business rezoning, senior apartments and Green Check firms.
Public notices
Public notices in Lexington and Fayette County
Where to find Lexington public notices: city hearings, ordinances and zoning notices, plus Kentucky's newspaper notice site. Council clerk: 859-258-3240.
City Hall
Who to call at City Hall in Lexington
Lexington's Government Center phone list: LexCall 311 or 859-425-2255, Mayor Linda Gorton 859-258-3100, all 15 council members, police, animal control.
Power outages
Power outages in Lexington: who to call and outage maps
Lexington power outages: Kentucky Utilities customers call 800-981-0600 or text OUTAGE to 454358. Blue Grass Energy members call 888-655-4243.
Population
Lexington population 2026: growth, age, income and housing
Lexington had 329,751 residents on July 1, 2025, the Census Bureau estimates, up 11.5% since 2010 and second in Kentucky. Age, income and housing figures.
History
Lexington history and landmarks
Lexington history from 1782, its 180 National Register listings with listing years, three National Historic Landmarks, and museums with hours as published.
Moving
Moving to Lexington: utilities, schools, trash, permits, taxes
New to Lexington? Start KU power, Kentucky American Water and Columbia Gas, get a Kentucky license within 30 days and title your car within 10. LexCall: 311.
Transportation
Getting around Lexington: roads, transit, airport, parking
Lexington by car, bus, bike and plane: New Circle Road and I-75, Lextran's routes and trip planner, Blue Grass Airport and downtown meters free on weekends.
Neighborhoods
Lexington neighborhoods: where to live and what each area is like
11 Lexington neighborhoods compared: ZIP codes, zoned FCPS high schools and Zillow home values for September 2026, from downtown to Masterson Station.
Neighborhoods
Andover, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Andover, in southeast Lexington beside Jacobson Park, is in ZIP code 40509. Its ZIP home value was $402,163 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
Ashland Park, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Ashland Park is a Lexington historic district in ZIP code 40502, zoned for Henry Clay High. Its ZIP home value was $560,691 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
Beaumont, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Beaumont, in southwest Lexington, is in ZIP code 40513 and zoned for Dunbar High. Its ZIP home value was $569,824 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
Bell Court, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Bell Court is a Lexington historic district in ZIP code 40508, zoned for Henry Clay High. Its ZIP home value was $225,432 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Cardinal Valley, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Cardinal Valley, on Versailles Road in west Lexington, is in ZIP code 40504. Its ZIP home value was $269,418 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Downtown Lexington is mostly ZIP code 40507, zoned for Lafayette or Henry Clay High. Its ZIP home value was $411,087 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
East End, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Lexington's East End covers about 387 acres beside downtown, mostly ZIP code 40508. Its ZIP home value was $225,432 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
Hamburg, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Hamburg, by I-75 in east Lexington, is in ZIP code 40509 and zoned for Douglass High. Its ZIP home value was $402,163 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Masterson Station, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Masterson Station, in northwest Lexington, is in ZIP code 40511 and zoned for Bryan Station High. Its ZIP home value was $313,248 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Northside, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Lexington's Northside historic district is mostly ZIP code 40508 and zoned for Lafayette High. Its ZIP home value was $225,432 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Southland, Lexington: homes, schools, parks and commute
Lexington's Southland area is in ZIP code 40503 and zoned for Lafayette High. Its ZIP home value was $344,639 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Moving here
Lexington vs Nicholasville vs Versailles vs Winchester
Tax rates, school ratings, home values and commutes for Lexington, Nicholasville, Versailles and Winchester, side by side from official figures.
Schools
Lexington public schools: every school, zone and report card
All 61 Fayette County Public Schools campuses and programs in Lexington, with addresses, grades, enrollment and 2025-26 Kentucky ratings.