What is the process for approving new driveways in Washington County?
Any encroachment onto a public road must be approved by the appropriate governmental agency. If you are planning a new driveway off of a county road, the location and entrance to the road must be approved by the Washington County Planning Office. Contact the Washington County Planning Office for more information. A new driveway connecting to a state road must be approved by the KY State Highway Department. You can contact the KY State Highway Department at (270) 766-5066, Monday through Friday.