Summary
Multiple residents described years of worsening backyard erosion and stormwater runoff that neither the city nor county has resolved. They fear the new development's discharge will make it worse. County engineering explained the detention basin must not increase post-development runoff and pointed residents to La Grange Public Works and a county flood grant program.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Homeowners face private repair costs, though a county 2020 flood grant program may offset some expense.
If enforced, the stormwater ordinance would protect downstream homeowners from added runoff.
Residents along the existing drainage path already suffering erosion face potential worsening during and after construction.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Oldham County Technical Review Committee — September 16, 2026
Multiple residents described years of worsening backyard erosion and stormwater runoff that neither the city nor county has resolved. They fear the new development's discharge will make it worse. County engineering explained the detention basin must not increase post-development runoff and pointed residents to La Grange Public Works and a county flood grant program.
Oldham County Fiscal Court — September 15, 2026
The court awarded the Hayfield Way drainage project to the low bidder, TRC, for $73,666 after taking bids under advisement on September 1.
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