Kentucky
Public process
Last checked 2026-05-05
545
Total eligible tracts
381
Rural eligible
137
Max designations (25%)
56
Days to nomination window
Nomination process
Application (XLSX) and criteria guidance (DOCX) downloadable from state page. Deadline May 29, 2026. No online portal — file download and email submission. Webinar held March 3, 2026.
State deadline: 2026-05-29
Eligible tracts
| County | Eligible tracts |
|---|---|
| Jefferson County | 86 |
| Fayette County | 29 |
| Pike County | 17 |
| Pulaski County | 14 |
| Kenton County | 13 |
| Floyd County | 12 |
| Knox County | 10 |
| Madison County | 10 |
| Warren County | 10 |
| Christian County | 9 |
How to influence the nomination
Detailed coalition checklist at /how-to-advocate. Steps specific to Kentucky will appear here once the state process is documented.
Who to contact
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
https://newkentuckyhome.ky.gov/Locating_Expanding/KYoz(502) 564-7670
Eligible tract counts: IRS Rev. Proc. 2026-14 (April 6, 2026). Rural designation: Notice 2025-50, Section 4.01. Status tier last verified 2026-05-05. Full methodology.