
Local Ordinances Must Evolve to Support Sober Living Facilities and Community Wellbeing
By Lucas Bennett Sober living home in a quiet neighborhood Local governments across the United States face a difficult challenge: balancing neighborhood preservation with the urgent need to support individuals recovering from substance abuse. Many cities, including Louisville Metro, have enacted zoning codes and ordinances that restrict access to sober living homes. These restrictions often stem from concerns about property values, neighborhood character, and safety. Yet, these policies...










