LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Board of Architectural Review is scheduled to meet May 20 to consider 24 proposed projects across Lexington's historic districts, including renovations, repairs and tree removals, according to the meeting agenda.

The Board of Architectural Review reviews applications for exterior changes to properties in Lexington's 15 historic districts. Projects requiring approval include those seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness, a permit required for exterior modifications.

The agenda lists 23 staff-approved projects across multiple districts, including the Aylesford Historic District with seven proposed items, the Bell Court Historic District with three, and the Woodward Heights Historic District with three. Staff-approved projects would include replacing windows and doors, renovating structures, tuck-pointing masonry, refurbishing foundations and steps, and removing diseased or dead trees.

Notably, one project at 854 West High Street in the Woodward Heights Historic District is proposed as a renovation due to storm damage, according to the agenda.

The board will also consider five Certificate of Appropriateness applications requiring full review. One application at 215 Desha Road in the Ashland Park Historic District would construct two front dormers and one rear dormer, plus a rear covered porch. Another application at 265 South Ashland Avenue in the South Ashland/Central Avenue Historic District to construct a side porte cochere is scheduled to continue at the May 20 meeting.

The Historic Preservation division is responsible for activities related to the preservation of historic structures, districts and resources in Lexington. According to city ordinance, the board holds public hearings to review applications and staff can issue Certificates of Appropriateness for minor changes.