Lexington‑Fayette County Council Approves Zoning Amendment to Allow Agrivoltaic Solar on 1% of County Land

On Thursday, the Lexington‑Fayette Urban County Council voted to adopt a zoning ordinance text amendment (ZOTA) that permits the development of agrivoltaic solar projects on no more than one percent of the county’s land, including areas zoned for agriculture. The amendment expands the county’s solar permitting framework, enabling large‑scale solar farms to coexist with farming operations. By opening a small but significant portion of the county to renewable energy, the council aims to reduce electricity costs for residents and advance local climate‑action targets. The decision follows a review of zoning regulations and reflects a growing trend toward integrating solar generation with agricultural use. The amendment is expected to streamline approvals for future agrivoltaic projects and signal the county’s commitment to clean energy expansion.