The RV park rezoning hearing in Kentucky has been rescheduled and postponed until August 8. The Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission announced the postponement of the public hearing, initially set to consider a request to rezone 45.7 acres for RV park development.
The developer proposed an RV park on farmland near Midway Road on the county line between Woodford and Scott counties. The site plan by the Nadi Group, a design firm, includes 818 RV spots, 155 cottage spots, and 15 employee accommodations.
Additionally, the Scott County portion of the plan features 159 RV sites, 15 employee accommodations, and 37 rustic tent sites. According to the News-Graphic, the proposed zone change application seeks to rezone 96.9 acres to agricultural recreation and 45.7 acres to conservation zoning, transforming the current agricultural land into a recreational area.
This potential development has garnered attention because of its potential impact on the area’s landscape and economy, with local residents voicing serious concerns.
Karen Murphy, owner of Heronwood Farm near the proposed development, told the News-Graphic that neighbors have “serious concerns” about the RV park’s potential impacts.
“Neighbors have raised serious concerns about the potential impacts on local horse farms, increased traffic on already narrow roads, declining property values, creek pollution, wildlife disruption, sewage odors, and noise pollution,” Karen Murphy said.
The postponement gives interested parties additional time to prepare for the upcoming discussion on the proposed RV park development in Scott County.
The RV park proposal in Scott County highlights several important considerations for private RV park and campground owners. One aspect to focus on is consulting with residents throughout the planning and development process. Engaging the community early and often can help address concerns, build trust, and foster a cooperative environment.
In the case of the Scott County development, residents voiced significant worries about the impact on local horse farms, increased traffic, declining property values, and environmental issues such as creek pollution and wildlife disruption. Addressing these concerns proactively can lead to more community-friendly developments and smooth approval.
