Join us Tuesday, Nov. 27, 7-8:30 pm at SCAPA, multipurpose room, for a presentation on the results of the neighborhood architectural survey. The common characteristics have been tallied and will be presented. Click this link to see the survey summary:
ARCHITECTURAL SURVEY DATA SUMMARY.
An ND-1 designation allows a neighborhood to protect its character and preserve its charm by ensuring that new builds and major additions are visually compatible with the scale and physical characteristics of existing homes. At the spring PNA Meeting, initial interest was expressed in developing a potential ND-1 application. As a result, the work necessary for developing an application has continued.
The ND-1 requires a detailed architectural survey of all homes in the neighborhood to identify and document those architectural characteristics that contribute to its charm and define its unique character. Thanks to the efforts of some 20 volunteers devoting over 100 hours to collect data on almost 600 individual houses, Picadome’s survey is complete!
The survey data is now being analyzed, and the results will be shared as soon as they are available. A brief update on the ND-1 survey and other ND-1-related work will be provided at the cookout/meeting on October 21.
Next steps in the ND-1 effort:
1. Share results of survey and other ND-1-related work with property owners and residents
2. Collect information about the history of the neighborhood from long-time residents and published data sources
3. Use the results of the various data collection efforts, including input from various PNA meetings, to develop draft design standards MORE ON BACK
4. Share proposed design standards with and receive input from property owners and residents.
Our Fall Neighborhood Meeting/Cookout will be SUNDAY, Oct. 21, 2-5 pm, at
S.C.A.P.A. (400 Lafayette Parkway). Come join us for our Fall Meeting and cookout! Visit with neighbors and meet and hear from 11th District candidates, Jennifer Reynolds and Sandy Shafer. At-large candidates and Amanda Bledsoe, 10th District may also be present as their schedules allow.
The PNA board will provide grilled hot dogs, buns, condiments, and chips. Bring a chair and a side dish or dessert to share (optional).
On the program agenda beginning at 3:00 pm are:
• Address to neighbors by candidates from the contested 11th Council district at 3:00 pm
• Update on the ND-1
• Annual elections for the PNA Board
There are openings on the board. If you are interested in helping build a friendly, supportive community, we need you. All households current on their dues will be eligible to vote. Drawings will be held for gift cards to local businesses.
The Picadome Neighborhood Association is hosting an informational meeting to explore neighbors’ interest in a Picadome Neighborhood ND-1 Overlay.
What an ND-1 Overlay Is: An ND-1 designation allows a neighborhood to protect its character and preserve its charm by ensuring that new builds and additions to existing structures are visually compatible with the scale and physical character of existing homes in the area. An ND-1 Overlay uses objective design standards to achieve compatibility between new and existing homes. Picadome Neighborhood Association is hosting this meeting to explore interest in this possibility with the neighbors.
What an ND-1 Is Not: An ND-1 Overlay does Not require current or future owners in the Picadome neighborhood to do anything to their property. An ND-1 Overlay does NOT turn Picadome into an Historic District.
Why Consider Adopting ND-1 Design Standards for Picadome Neighborhood?
a. Picadome has already experienced new construction that is visually very different from our neighborhood’s existing character.
b. Growing pressure for maximum-density development within New Circle Road and our proximity to the University of Kentucky, places Picadome at risk for new development that is not in harmony with the existing scale and physical character of our neighborhood.
c. With an ND-1, Picadome property owners, not city government or builders, will determine the parts of our neighborhood character we want to preserve and which design criteria are best suited to achieve our goal.
This meeting’s purpose will be to gauge interest by homeowners and collect feedback on potential design standards. We will answer questions about the ND-1 plan process, and will prioritize the components of the neighborhood most important to the neighbors. You do not have to be a member of PNA to participate. Come share your ideas. If you have questions before or after the meeting, please email, mail or call using the contact information in the sidebar.
Picadome Neighborhood Association is having a neighborhood meeting on Oct. 3, 2017, 7:00 – 8:00 pm at SCAPA, 400 Lafayette Parkway, in their multipurpose room. Guest speakers for the evening will be Peggy Henson, 11th district council representative, and she will be presenting information on Lexington’s Comprehensive Plan. In addition, West Sector Commander Brad Ingram from LFUCG Police Department will be there to discuss neighborhood safety.
The Board will share the current activities. For those interested in serving on the Board, there will be an opportunity to volunteer for some open positions. We will also open the floor for ideas on improving the neighborhood. Light refreshments will be provided. Come meet your neighbors and help us build a strong, friendly community in the Picadome Neighborhood!
On February 24, 2016, two members of the Picadome Neighborhood Board, President Ken Davis, and Treasurer Lynne Flynn, attended the LFUCG meeting on behalf of the Picadome Neighborhood to hear about the remainder of the Clays Mill road widening project. 1.7 Miles are already done and an additional 2 miles, From Waco Dr. to Harrodsburg Road, still remain. There are 166 homes that will be impacted.
The city staff provided visuals, handouts, and people able to answer questions about the project. The meeting was very well attended.
The improvements will result in two drive lanes, a center turn lane, sidewalks, bike paths, and storm drains (as opposed to ditches). This should help traffic flow better, and be safer. When totally done, the improvements go all the way from Harrodsburg Road to Man-O-War.
The project is heavily dependent on funding and the timeline from 2016 to 2020 may change if funding changes.There may be multiple projects as opposed to one end to end project.
If all goes how they want it to, without funding interruptions, here is what it looks like. Beginning 2016, appraisers will identify property values, easement access and property acquisition will be negotiated and letters of agreement on financial reimbursement will be created. Where agreement cannot be reached, condemnation procedure will be initiated.
Toward the end of 2017, utility relocations will start.
2018 – 2020 Construction starts and ends.
CLAYS MILL ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
You are invited to a meeting to inform the neighbors about the next phase of the Clays Mill Road improvement will be held at Lexington Catholic High School at 6 PM. The plan is to have a short presentation (about 15-20 min) followed by an open floor display where there will be three stations set up that guests can visit at their own pace: a design drawing of the corridor (plan view) mounted on the wall; a table with plans identifying easement and right of way needed by LFUCG; and a table with information about water quality protection as it pertains to this project. CDP will be there with their sub-consultants, so in addition the LFUCG representatives, each of these stations will be well staffed. Our council person Peggy Henson will be there as well.
We are in the process of 
finding officers for the new year. Our Board meets once a month. Joining the Board is a great way to get involved in the neighborhood and meet many of your neighbors. The Board meetings topics include discussing issues brought forth by neighbors to help find solutions, and finding ways to further improve our lovely neighborhood. Our Board is made up of: President, Vice President I for Membership, Vice President II for Communications, Treasurer, Secretary, Director of the Neighborhood Watch, Director of Volunteers, Director of Beautification, Director of Special Events.
If you have interest in any of these positions, please contact us via phone or email. We will be happy to discuss what these position entail and how your might serve. You can reach us by: Email: PicadomeNeighborhood@gmail.com or by phone (859) 277-1850, or by using this form:
COME JOIN US, GET INVOLVED,
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS
SEPTEMBER PNA NEIGHBORS MEETING – Tuesday Sept 29 @ 7:00 pm
New Location: Lafayette High School Enter through the main entrance and follow the signs the PNA meeting
Meeting Topics
STREETS INCLUDED IN OUR PICADOME NEIGHBORHOOD
Hummingbird
Mockingbird
Bob O Link
Jacana
Heron
Bluebird
Harrodsburg
Clays Mill
Ridge
Springhill
McCubbing
Woodbine
Reed Lane
Blue Ash Dr
Lafayette Pkwy
Southbend
Lone Oak
Rosemont Garden
Pershing Rd
Vista/W Vista/E Vista St.
Picadome Park
Southport Dr.
Norway
Koster St.
Pin Oak Dr.
Cherrybark Dr.
Venice Park
Chelan Dr.
Elam Park
Edison Dr.
Picadome Neighborhood Association 