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KY HB128

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

George Brown

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recovery residences must be inspected at least annually by state or local officials to ensure compliance with zoning, building code, and fire safety laws
  • Occupancy limits are established at no more than 2 residents per bedroom or 1 resident per 500 square feet of living space, whichever is less
  • Local governments may require recovery residence operators to notify all property owners within 1,000 feet up to 6 months before beginning operations
  • Recovery residences must comply with all state and local zoning, building code, and fire safety regulations, and must clearly disclose they are not treatment facilities
  • Declared an emergency measure citing potential risks to neighborhood safety, welfare, and property values from proliferation of recovery residences; takes effect upon passage and Governor's approval

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to the regulation of recovery residences and declaring an emergency.

Effective Dates, Emergency

Last Action

to Local Government (H)

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Government1/14/2026
Committee On Committees1/7/2026

Full Bill Text

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