AN ACT relating to accessory dwelling units.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 100 to define "accessory dwelling unit"; allow accessory dwelling unit as a permitted use in all residential zones; prohibit a planning unit from adopting regulations which would not allow a property owner to have 1 accessory dwelling unit on the owner's property, impose requirements on accessory dwelling units different than those placed on single-family homes, or assess additional fees on accessory dwelling units; allow a planning unit to…

Introduced: January 7, 2026

Last action: January 14, 2026

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This bill would allow property owners in Kentucky to build one accessory dwelling unit, such as a small secondary home or apartment on their property, in any residential zone across the state. It limits what local planning authorities can require or charge related to these units, while still allowing them to set some basic rules, such as a one-time $250 fee, a ban on short-term rentals, and notification requirements. Who it may affect: homeowners, local planning and zoning authorities, and renters who may have more housing options available to them.

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