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KY HB128
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
George Brown
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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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