Kentucky Record
Louisville
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Vacant lot reuse through landbank programs

Summary

Three sales and a garden lease put vacant lots back into productive hands — side yards, fenced green space, and free produce for neighbors — for as little as $1 per parcel.

At a glance

Total mentions
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Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 10, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Five parcels move off city maintenance rolls for $1 to $250 each plus a $1/year garden lease.

✅Who benefits

Adjacent homeowners, long-term renters and gardeners in Portland, Russell and Old Louisville.

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