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Proposed Downtown Lexington Development Sparks Debate Over Demolition of 12 Historic Buildings

FOX 56 coverage examines infill density versus historic preservation in the urban core

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October 7, 2025 3 min read

Proposed Downtown Lexington Development Sparks Debate Over Demolition of 12 Historic Buildings

FOX 56 coverage examines infill density versus historic preservation in the urban core

A proposed large-scale redevelopment in downtown Lexington drew scrutiny in October 2025 over plans to demolish 12 older structures, reigniting the city's debate over historic preservation and urban infill.

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